The obvious quest for success seems to be to make a lot of money and/or to gain notoriety and/or respect and/or fill-in-the-blank. Does it not?
Except the real meaning of "success" is perhaps as individual as the people seeking after it. First, a personal definition must be decided upon by the person on the quest for it. Second, after a period of time, the decision as to potential modification of that initial definition must be ascertained. Third, any modification must be interfaced with the original plan or hope. Fourth, absolute reality - good, bad, or indifferent must be applied.
This is not a post defining success, criticizing success, or pretending to understand the successes of some over others. I would enjoy hearing your thoughts regarding actual success.
Father, every good and perfect gift comes from you. Period. We must strive for obedience which you then follow with all sorts of blessings. Thank you is never enough. Please continue to help me to be the one you designed me to be. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.