Keep Self Out

It is hard to keep self out, even when we are working for God. There is a constant temptation to do good things to be seen of men, or to hear the pleasant voice of human praise. This is one of the subtle dangers that belong to prominence. One who is not known, and never has grown accustomed to the voice of commendation, does not meet this temptation as does another, all of whose life is public, and whose acts are everywhere spoken of. It requires a very careful watch over the heart, in this latter case especially, to keep self out.--Anon