Search results
May 31, 2017 · 1. Anchor Your Worth in God. First, in order to be confidently sacrificial, we must rest assuredly in our true value. This may seem like therapeutic Christianese at first glance, but hear me out. Oftentimes people are sacrificial in order to feel valuable — either internally (to themselves) or externally (to the world and to God).
Aug 23, 2017 · Self-sacrifice doesn’t always involve sacrificing your own individual self. We also self-sacrifice when we give up what matters the most to us—which might not be our own self.
May 28, 2018 · It requires a lifelong journey that includes living with integrity, being kind, and serving others. Yet it doesn’t end there. A living sacrifice obediently pursues God’s calling with tunnel vision, passion, and conviction, knowing the prize is in heaven.
Put an end to betraying your true self. Sometimes, it is easy to lose sight of who you truly are. You might often bend to external pressures, conform to societal expectations, or sacrifice your needs to please others. This constant compromise can erode your sense of self and leaves you feeling disconnected. Ways you might be betraying yourself:
- What you’re doing aligns with your values. We all have different core values—things we stand for and regard as crucial for our overall life satisfaction.
- You’re living your own version of success. Much like we all have our own values, we all have our own definition of success. Contrary to what our culture might suggest, there’s no one-size-fits-all scenario.
- You’re not trading happiness today for the hope of happiness tomorrow. You may have read the story of the Mexican fisherman before, but if not, here’s a condensed version
- You could be satisfied with your choice even if you didn’t reach your ideal outcome. Building on the last point, you know your sacrifices are worth it if you could be content with your choices regardless of where they lead you.
Sep 5, 2023 · Prioritizing Kingdom values is a sacrificial choice. We are choosing integrity and godly character over short-term, worldly gains. It is a sacrifice, but it is one to which we are called.
People also ask
Are you confidently sacrificial?
Are all sacrifices self sacrifices?
Are You sacrificial for self-worth?
What would you sacrifice for a cause you believe in?
Does sacrificing a person make a self-sacrifice?
Do you feel guilt when sacrificing?
Jul 26, 2023 · Small or big - sacrifices prevent us from maintaining status quo and push us to the new, often Uncharted Waters. What about guilt? Regret? They often follow too. Can we sacrifice more consciously? More willingly? Do we have to sacrifice anything? Find out with us in this week's episode.
