By Steve Childers

Jesus made clear to his disciples that their source of joy in life and ministry must not be found in what they do for him but in who they are in him. He knew that there would soon come a time when there would no longer be signs and wonders to encourage them, but instead, there would be hardship, trials, persecution, and even death for his name.

At such times, Jesus did not want his followers to be robbed of joy, so he taught them to find their true source of joy and fulfillment in something other than what many call ministry success.

In this lesson, you'll be equipped to:

• Understand the importance of paying attention to your life and doctrine

• Describe the relationship between your spiritual well-being and those you serve

• Explain a biblical view of success using Scripture and practical illustrations

• Understand that true success is not what you do for Christ but who you are in Christ

• Share practical examples of how you fight well for your joy to be rooted in Christ

• Explain and illustrate a biblical definition of personal and ministry success

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