How do we define success?

October 19, 2015 Church Leadership Mark McIntyre 8 Comments

How do we define success in ministry? How do we distinguish whether a ministry is on track? Is it even quantifiable? These are not rhetorical questions; I am hoping that you take the time to respond.

Is success in Christian ministry quantifiable?

Jesus gave us two commands and one mission. We are to love God with our entire being, love our neighbor and make disciples. These are the primary objectives but how do you measure progress toward them?

Perhaps numbers can tell part of the story, but figures like attendance and giving may not be indicative of how well we are loving and making disciples.

Activities can tell part of the story, but even the best of us does good things for the wrong reasons from time to time.

How do we measure success in ministry? I would love for you to share your thoughts in the comment section below. For those who are getting this by email, click on the link in the title of this post and you will be taken to the web site where you can leave a comment.

About Mark McIntyre

A follower of Jesus Christ who shares observations about how Scripture should impact the church and the world. Mark is the original author and editor of Attempts at Honesty.

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