“In order to answer this question with accuracy, specifics are helpful: Are those under your purposeful influence growing in any discernible ways in their love for God and neighbor? Are they maturing in their witness, as far as you can tell? Have they begun to serve God and others instead of being content to watch you serve God and them? Is their discipleship personal rather than primarily social? To the degree that you are able to observe, does their life bear the fruit of forgiveness and demonstrate love? Are their relationships improving? First, look to those who were infants in faith when they came under your influence. Has there been growth? Are they toddling? Are some walking? Even running? Next, look to the ones who came under your influence when they were already fairly discipled. Has their fervor been sustained? Has it grown?”