What Is True Success?

In this episode, we dive deep into what true success looks like in God's eyes. True success is fulfilling God's will by the Holy Spirit. It's not about our achievements but about the spirit behind how these achievements are made. God sees beyond the outward appearance and numbers; He looks at the heart.

Fulfillment Through the Holy Spirit

God's Holy Spirit helps us align with His will. We cannot accomplish God's will without the guidance and strength of the Holy Spirit. It's through the Holy Spirit that we discern the Father's thoughts, as highlighted in the book of Corinthians.

Universal and Personalized Callings

God has both a universal will and a personalized will for each of us. While the universal call is to make disciples of all nations, our individual callings are unique. The Holy Spirit reveals these personalized callings to us, guiding us on our journey.

The Perfect Model: Jesus Christ

The Lord Jesus Christ is our model of perfection. Fully God and fully man, His soul's deepest desire was to fulfill the Father's will. He did so perfectly. Our journey towards true success involves striving to follow His example, even though we stumble along the way.

Living for God

True success is a willingness to follow God's guidance, even when it's challenging. God's word can sometimes be convicting, but this conviction is meant to lead us toward change and alignment with His will.

Encouragement and Conviction

Both encouragement and conviction play crucial roles in our spiritual journey. As the book of Jude declares, we win some by compassion and others by fear, always striving to bring others to the Lord.

God's Economy vs. The World's Hustle

In a world that glorifies the hustle, God's economy teaches us to work smarter, not harder. We are called to labor diligently but not tirelessly. Jesus invites us to cast our anxieties on Him, knowing His yoke is easy and His burden is light.

God can accomplish in an hour what 10,000 men cannot in 10,000 years. Therefore, true success is not about the quantity of output but the heart and spirit behind our efforts.

Empowering Communities Through Biblical Entrepreneurship

Imagine a world where every impoverished community has the opportunity to thrive. Unfortunately, many aspiring Christian entrepreneurs lack resources and support. You can change this by becoming a donor today.

Support Through Giving

Your support provides vital resources, such as business loans, entrepreneurial training, and mentorship, empowering communities to build sustainable, Christ-centered businesses.

God-Is-Glorified Success

True success means dedicating all aspects of our work to God. Whether in business, teaching, medicine, or family life, the focus is on doing God's will. Success is not defined by outward appearances but by having God at the forefront of our deeds.

Humility and Exaltation

God exalts the humble. When we live in humility, dedicating our actions to God, we allow His glory to shine through us.

Striving for Depth

As we dedicate our work to God, we must also strive for depth in our spiritual growth. God's word serves as our foundation, instructing, revealing, and commanding us toward His path.

Joining the Mission

The IbaM's mission is to empower people worldwide through biblical entrepreneurship. Our approach involves three core principles:

Give a Fish - Provide startup loans.

Teach to Fish - Offer training for sustainable business practices.

Equip for Disciple-Making - Build communities that support spiritual growth.

Make an Impact

By becoming a donor, your generosity funds the establishment of new businesses, providing dignified work and hope. Together, we can break the cycle of poverty and empower lives through entrepreneurship.

Become an IBAM Impact Partner here: https://www.ibam.org/impact-members

Bringing the Kingdom to Earth

True success isn't about personal gain but advancing God's kingdom here on Earth. It's about ensuring His name is glorified through our actions, allowing His Spirit to work through us and impact the world.

"All things work by Him, for Him, and through Him."

Join us in this transformative mission. Visit ibam.org today to learn more and start making an eternal impact in communities around the globe.

Through understanding and living in alignment with God's will, we redefine success, focusing not on ourselves but on glorifying Him in all we do. Embrace this journey and witness how God transforms your life and those around you.