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The Difference Between Sacrificial Love and Self-Abandonment
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Today's Scripture: John 15:12–13
Jesus calls us to love sacrificially. But how do you know when you're making a healthy sacrifice for someone you love—and when you're slowly losing yourself in the process? The distinction matters, especially when you've learned to equate being a good Christian with always putting yourself last.
We explore:
- What Jesus' own sense of belovedness teaches us about sacrificial love
- The subtle difference between healthy sacrifice and over-functioning
- Why denying yourself doesn't mean abandoning yourself
- How to discern what love is actually asking of you in a relationship
Go Deeper:
For more on loving others without losing yourself, read The Best of You
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