outward devotion?

Do you desire the approval of others for being devout? I warned against emphasizing the outward appearances of piety in offices and titles, in manner of dress, and even in your appearance, that those who fast should not appear sullen or somber to be regarded as being spiritual. Are there still more ways in which you value public approval for your spirituality? Even if you avoid these items just mentioned are you content to let others think you are more spiritual than you really are? This is a dangerous trap. Be quick to acknowledge me for your righteousness and yourself for your faults to bear my presence in you with open humility.