For pastors it can be easy to confuse success in ministry with God's endorsement of his life. This article explains the difference, and offers questions to help the pastor reflect on how he views himself and his ministry.

This article shows from the teaching of Paul (2 Corinthians) and Christ that success in ministry is measured not by numbers but by sounding the voice of the Shepherd in the gospel message, and calling his sheep who know that voice into his fold.

Is your ministry mindset motivated by success in ministry or fruitfulness in ministry? What is the difference between the two? The answer is found when addressing this question: is it about you or God?