Sacrifice

Isn't it understood that sacrifice requires a bit of discomfort, even work? Why do we sacrifice then? What's in it for us?

Sometimes I make sacrifices because I believe it's the right thing to do. Other times, I sacrifice because I expect that I will receive blessings in return. Whatever the reason though, I know that it's not necessarily going to be convenient, fun, short-lived, or painless.

Teaching seminary is a sacrifice, but I do it because I know it's the right thing for me to do. My calling came from the Lord, not a church leader or parent. (This helps me keep perspective when I spend 5 hours planning a lesson, and only half of the students show up for class).

Yes, teaching seminary is a sacrifice, but I receive blessings in return. In fact, those blessings outweigh my offering. My testimony is stronger and my knowledge of the gospel is deeper.Hey - My capacity to function on very little sleep is greater too!

So, the next time so-and-so says that so-and-so isn't a "morning person" I will know not to come back with, "Well, who is?!" Instead, I will understand that so-and-so doesn't quite get the principle of sacrifice yet.