It is very easy to be discouraged when we don't get the credit or recognition we deserve. In fact sometimes we do things soley for the recognition. We strive to perform for others and for God so that we can hear that we are appreciated. The Word of God encourages us that we do not have to do a thing in order for God to appreciate us. He appreciates us because He loves us. So we can now live without trying to earn other people's failure but simply serve as Jesus has served us without any expectation of credit, recognition, or appreciation from others.