Galatians 6:4

4 Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else,

Galatians 6:4 in Other Translations

KJV
4 But let every man prove his own work, and then shall he have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another.
ESV
4 But let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himself alone and not in his neighbor.
NLT
4 Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won’t need to compare yourself to anyone else.
MSG
4 Make a careful exploration of who you are and the work you have been given, and then sink yourself into that. Don't be impressed with yourself. Don't compare yourself with others.
CSB
4 But each person should examine his own work, and then he will have a reason for boasting in himself alone, and not in respect to someone else.

Galatians 6:4 In-Context

2 Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.
3 If anyone thinks they are something when they are not, they deceive themselves.
4 Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else,
5 for each one should carry their own load.
6 Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word should share all good things with their instructor.

Cross References 2

  • 1. 2 Corinthians 13:5
  • 2. 2 Corinthians 10:12
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