Service vs. Self-Sacrifice: Knowing What’s Yours to Carry
Description
🔥 Episode Summary:
In this powerful solo episode, Todd speaks directly to the heart of the over-giver, the empath, and the one who’s been carrying more than they were ever meant to.
If you’ve ever felt guilty for resting, saying “no,” or not doing enough—this episode is your invitation to rethink what real service actually means.
Todd explores the fine line between serving from strength and sacrificing your soul, and how to use spiritual discernment to know what’s yours to carry—and what isn’t.
You’ll walk away lighter, wiser, and more aligned with God’s intention for your energy, your relationships, and your calling.
📖 Featured Scriptures:
- Mark 12:31 — “Love your neighbor as yourself.”
- → Explored in full context: Why loving yourself is not selfish—it’s biblical alignment.
- Matthew 11:28 –30 — “Come to me, all who are weary… and I will give you rest.”
- → Discussed as a personal invitation from Jesus to trade burdens and find soul rest—not just time off.
- Galatians 6:5 — “Each one should carry their own load.”
- → A wake-up call to draw the line between healthy help and unhealthy over-functioning.
🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- The difference between Spirit-led service and people-pleasing burnout
- How guilt manipulates you into doing too much—and how to recognize it
- The “Air Mask Principle” and why you can’t serve others well if you’re out of breath
- How to know when you’re rescuing someone God is trying to refine
- What energetic discernment looks like in everyday decisions and relationships
- Why protecting your peace is not selfish—it’s stewardship
✍️ Journal Prompts & Reflection Questions:
- Where in my life do I feel most depleted?
- Who or what am I carrying that God never asked me to?
- What would serving from overflow look like—not survival?
- What relationships feel one-sided, and why do I tolerate it?
- Where have I confused guilt with calling?
📝 Todd encourages listeners to take time with these prompts to realign service with wholeness—not martyrdom.
🔮 Teaser for Next Week:
“Now that you’re learning to protect your energy… how do you refill it?
Next week, we go deeper into sustainable soul rhythms. flow state—daily habits, spiritual practices, and lifestyle changes that keep your peace intact - Don’t miss it.”
🎯 Final Word from Todd:
“You were never created to burn out in the name of being a good person.
God didn’t call you to play savior. That role is already filled.
You’re here to walk in peace, serve from strength, and show up with the right intention.”
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