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Episode 1560 | Oct 01, 2026

The Problem With People-Pleasing | The Gospels | Matthew 6:5–18

Why do you pray, fast, and serve? Who are you really trying to impress? And what reward does your heart actually want?

Why do you pray, fast, and serve? Who are you really trying to impress? And what reward does your heart actually want? In today’s episode, Patrick explains how Matthew 6:5–18 shows us that spiritual disciplines are meant to draw us toward the heart of God, not earn the praise of people.

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