Word of Encouragement

There are two types of works. There are works of the flesh and there are works of the Spirit. It's a natural thing as you get older to want some kind of recognition for the works that you do. Sometimes you just simply want encouragement to know that you are indeed doing the right thing. David had to encourage himself. Know the Word and sup with the Lord at those times. The Word reminds us that the flesh cannot please Him in no manner. However, it pleases the Lord to know that we are obedient to His Word when He had commanded that we submit ourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme; or unto governors, as unto them that are sent by him for the punishment of evildoers, and for the praise of them that do well (1 Peter 2:13-14).
Doth he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him? I trow not. 
So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things which are commanded you, say, we are unprofitable servants: we have done that which was our duty to do ( Luke 17:9-10). Do the will and purpose of Christ. Let not your good be evil spoken of. Walk by the Spirit and be faithful over a few things knowing that He will make you ruler over many. Be not weary in well doing for you shall reap if you faint not.
​-A Godchaser