Balancing Sacrifice And Self-Care

Whether it’s staying up late with a sick child, putting others’ needs ahead of your own, or quietly supporting your family through difficult times, sacrifice reflects love in action. It’s a gift that says, “I see you. I care for you. You matter to me.”

But even the most generous heart needs tending. Just as we care for our homes and families, we must also care for ourselves—not in a selfish or indulgent way, but as faithful stewards of the bodies and spirits God has entrusted to us.

When we neglect this care, we run the risk of burnout. And when we’re depleted, it becomes harder to serve with joy, patience, and grace.