John 12:43
loving human admiration more than God's approval.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
For they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.
In Context
Cross References
Psalms 22:29All who prosper come to feast and worship. Bow down before him, all those destined for the grave—for none can keep themselves alive.
Matthew 23:5Everything they do is to make sure they get noticed. They make themselves large prayer boxes to wear and long tassels on their clothes.
Luke 19:17‘Well done! You're a good servant,’ said the king. ‘Since you proved yourself trustworthy in a very small matter, I'm placing you in charge of ten cities.’
John 5:44How can you trust in me when you look for praise from one another and yet you don't look for praise from the one true God?
John 12:26If you want to serve me you need to follow me. My servants will be where I am, and my Father will honor anyone who serves me.
1 Corinthians 4:5So don't judge anything before the right time—when the Lord comes. He will bring to light all the darkest secrets that are hidden, and he will reveal people's motives. God will give everyone whatever praise they deserve.
Matthew Henry on John 12:43-44
The Cowardice of the Rulers. 42 Nevertheless among the chief rulers also many believed on him; but because of the Pharisees they did not confess him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue: 43 For they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God. Some honour was done to Christ by these rulers: for they believed on him, were convinced that he was sent of God, and received his doctrine as divine; but they did not do him honour enough, for they had not courage to own their faith in him. Many professed… Read the whole commentary →