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Main message: We are called to serve God and people, not to live driven by people-pleasing; people-pleasing is rooted in the biblical "fear of man," which traps and stalls spiritual growth. Trusting the Lord, not others' approval, frees you from that snare.

Key points:

• People-pleasing is common but not God’s design; serving is the proper posture.
• The Bible calls people-pleasing the "fear of man," which is the root problem behind pleasing behaviors.
• A snare/trap metaphor: people-pleasing doesn't kill you but keeps you stuck and prevents new seasons.
• Trying to please everyone is futile—some will never appreciate you, and more giving can lead to more entitlement from others.
• Trusting in the Lord provides safety from the fear-of-man trap.

Scriptures mentioned: Proverbs 29:2