18/07/2025
Great question— there’s an important distinction between wanting your social media page to prosper and seeking fame, and the difference largely comes down to your heart’s motivation and end goal.
1.) Desire for Prosperity that is Purpose-Driven.
Wanting your social media page to prosper often means:
You want it to reach more people for a specific purpose (e.g., spreading encouragement, sharing testimonies, growing a business, helping others).
-You care about impact, influence, or ministry effectiveness, not just recognition.
💬 Example mindset: “I want this platform to grow because I believe the message I’m sharing will help people and glorify God.”
2.) Seeking Fame is Self-Driven.
Seeking fame, on the other hand, usually means:
The primary goal is recognition, status, or validation.
-Growth is about you being seen, admired, or praised.
You may start comparing yourself to others or tying your worth to your follower count.
-The platform becomes a reflection of your ego, rather than a tool for good.
💬 Example mindset: “I want to be known and admired. I want to go viral. I want people to see how amazing I am.”
👉Heart Check Questions:
Ask yourself:
If my platform grows, who gets the glory—me or God?
Would I still be doing this if no one noticed but it helped one person?
Am I content with slow, meaningful growth, or am I obsessed with numbers?
👀Final Thoughts:
There’s nothing wrong with desiring growth—especially when your motives are aligned with purpose, service, and calling. But if the growth becomes an idol or a way to feed your self-worth, it slides into the territory of seeking fame.
Let your purpose be the compass, not popularity. When you seek to serve, God often brings the right kind of influence in the right time.