What does the Bible say about seeking honor from God?

The Scriptures highlight the distinction between seeking the praise of men and the praise that comes from God. In John 12:42-43, we see that some chief rulers believed in Jesus but chose not to confess Him for fear of being cast out of the synagogue because they loved the praise of men more than God's praise. This scenario illustrates the temptation many face to prioritize human approval over divine honor. Jesus emphasized in John 5:41-44 that one cannot truly believe while seeking honor from one another instead of the honor from God. The emphasis remains on the necessity of publicly confessing Christ, as Matthew 10:32-33 states that those who confess Him before men will be acknowledged by Him before the Father.