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Bible Quotes About Approval

11 Scripture verses about approval from the King James Version, with full verse text for study and meditation.

Scripture teaches that true approval comes from trusting in the LORD rather than seeking the praise of men, as fearing human opinion leads to a snare while reliance on God brings safety (Proverbs 29:25; Psalms 118:6). The pursuit of personal glory is cautioned against, likened to overindulgence in honey, which is not honorable (Proverbs 25:27). Jesus instructs believers to perform righteous acts discreetly, emphasizing that heavenly reward—not human recognition—is the ultimate approval (Matthew 6:1). Above all, seeking God's kingdom and righteousness is paramount, promising that all necessary things will be provided (Matthew 6:33), and even when efforts seem in vain, God’s judgment and reward remain certain (Isaiah 49:4).

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New Testament

Top 10 Bible Quotes About Approval

Psalms 118:6 — “The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? on: Heb. for me”
Proverbs 25:27 — “It is not good to eat much honey: so for men to search their own glory is not glory.”
Proverbs 29:25 — “The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe. safe: Heb. set on high”
Isaiah 49:4 — “Then I said, I have laboured in vain, I have spent my strength for nought, and in vain: yet surely my judgment is with the LORD, and my work with my God. my work: or, my reward”
Matthew 6:1 — “Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. alms: or, righteousness of your: or, with your”
Matthew 6:33 — “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”
John 6:27 — “Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for him hath God the Father sealed. Labour not: or, Work not”
John 12:43 — “For they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.”
Romans 14:18 — “For he that in these things serveth Christ is acceptable to God, and approved of men.”
Galatians 1:10 — “For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.”

Old Testament Quotes About Approval (4)

“The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? on: Heb. for me”

Psalms 118:6KJV

“It is not good to eat much honey: so for men to search their own glory is not glory.”

Proverbs 25:27KJV

“The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe. safe: Heb. set on high”

Proverbs 29:25KJV

“Then I said, I have laboured in vain, I have spent my strength for nought, and in vain: yet surely my judgment is with the LORD, and my work with my God. my work: or, my reward”

Isaiah 49:4KJV

New Testament Quotes About Approval (7)

“Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. alms: or, righteousness of your: or, with your”

Matthew 6:1KJV

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”

Matthew 6:33KJV

“Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for him hath God the Father sealed. Labour not: or, Work not”

John 6:27KJV

“For they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.”

John 12:43KJV

“For he that in these things serveth Christ is acceptable to God, and approved of men.”

Romans 14:18KJV

“For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.”

Galatians 1:10KJV

“And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily , as to the Lord, and not unto men;”

Colossians 3:23KJV

Frequently Asked Questions About Approval in the Bible

What does the Bible say about approval?

The Bible contains 11 verses about approval, covering this topic from Genesis to Revelation. Scripture provides guidance, instruction, and comfort regarding approval through both the Old and New Testaments.

How many Bible verses are about approval?

There are 11 Bible verses about approval in the King James Version. These verses span multiple books of the Bible and cover various aspects of this topic.

What is the best Bible verse about approval?

While many verses address approval, the most well-known passages come from various books of the Bible. The best verse depends on your specific situation and what aspect of approval you are studying.

Where in the Bible does it talk about approval?

Approval is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 11 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.