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Is this a lawful mantra for one to say to themselves when the fear of man creeps in as a way to shut out temptations and worldly ambitions? It doesn’t feel very Reformed to engage in this kind of thought but is it nonetheless biblical for somebody who can’t deny the trials and evidences of their own conversion to engage in such a thought. I won’t be upset if the feedback is negative, I always prefer truth over unwarranted sensitivity.
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I'm not sure I am understanding the question/situation. Can you give me an example, real or theoretical to help me out? Sorry for my denseness. 
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Oh, no problem. Yeah, it’s kind of weird. Let me rephrase where I’m coming from in hopefully a more faithful and faithfully Reformed manner…
I struggle with being a people pleaser and having others think highly and well of me. Are there any good resources or articles to combat self-love and fear of man? My wife has actually helped me a great deal in this area and I’ve made much improvement by reflecting on God’s word and good commentaries. But it doesn’t always come instinctively to me so I’m always looking for good resources to continue to grow in this area and remain more faithfully focused and fixed in my daily walk. Growing up in a nominal RCC home with limited nurturing love and guidance I fear leaves me floundering and overwhelmed with my naturally sinful and easily exercised disposition that still clings to me. Godly Humility is hard earned and I’ve been blessed to learn much about it. I want to continue, God willing….
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It is fair to say, "Jesus loves me."
It is not fair to say, "God loves you and has a wonderful plan for you life."
It might be true of some people who haven't been reborn yet, but what is God's wonderful plan for unrepentant sinners? They join the devil and his angels in the lake of fire for eternity! This plan is not so wonderful, at least from a human point of view. People-pleasing is telling sinners that God loves them unconditionally and wants everyone to go to heaven.
Did I answer the question? I'm not sure I understood it.
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