Christian virtues · The purpose
Sacrifice
Definition
Sacrifice gives up a real good for a greater duty. It is not self-harm, and it is not discomfort you chose so you could feel serious.
The lesson
The test is simple. Something you wanted was in the way of someone you are responsible for, or of the right action, and you set it down. If nothing was actually given up, it was not sacrifice.
Find one comfort, credit, or convenience you can lay down today for a person or a duty. Do it cleanly. Do not collect sympathy for it.
Give up one real good for a duty. Write what it cost, without decorating the cost.
Pain chosen for its own sake, or a sacrifice announced so it can be admired.