There will be ministry needs until the Lord returns. We may work 90-hour weeks if we so desire, placating the most demanding sheep. Such is a very undiscerning and destructive lifestyle. We are not beyond self- service in ministry. The motives of our hearts need constant examination.
Poor motivation is closely related to wrong training, wrong dependencies, and wrong borders.
If our motive is to build a kingdom, or earn love and esteem from others, then pleasing people will be essential. We will do that which is right in the eyes of those whose affection we desire. We may even unconsciously strive to earn favor with God, who has already bestowed it infinitely through His Son. To work ourselves to death for God is practical heresy. Emotionally exhausted ministers are often serving under orders that did not originate from the Father.