Romans 2:29 Inwardly of the Heart
Romans 2:29 (KJV) But he is a Jew, which is one inwardly; and circumcision is that of the heart, in the spirit, and not in the letter; whose praise is not of men, but of God.
The true blue Christian is one that is well-connected with God. His heart is consecrated and true toward God. He follows Him with all his heart. His consecration is real. And his reward is from God.
His praise is not of men but of God. He seeks not the approval of men but the approval of God. He seeks to do the will of God. This strength comes from the well-furnished relationship undergirded by a Scripture-based, Spirit-led consecration. This consecration is manifested thus in 1 Peter 3:4 (KJV) But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.
The Apostle Paul articulated well and applied well when he said in 1 Thessalonians 2:4 (KJV) But as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the gospel, even so we speak; not as pleasing men, but God, which trieth our hearts.
Amen.