"Do not believe that pleasing God lies so much in doing a great deal; it lies in doing all things with good will, without selfishness and without seeking the approval men." St. John of the Cross

The underlying motive of our actions and deeds must be the will of God, doing what is "good, pleasing and perfect" for the glory of God. Jesus said that if we do things, even good things, to please others or to be seen by others, then we have our reward. But if we do all for the good of others and for the glory of God, then God, who sees the intention of the heart, will reward us out of his goodness.