dying to self

loss of feminine form
to be shaped into the image of Christ

loss of health
to share in Christ's suffering

loss of independence
that grace may extend more & more

loss of energy
to gain rest

loss of self-sufficiency
to learn dependence upon God

loss of control
to trust Jesus more deeply

loss of strength
to understand weakness

loss of comfort
so the life of Jesus may be visible
in ordinary flesh

loss of plans
so my faith may be strengthened

loss of happiness
to produce joy and generosity

loss of my will
to live for His

dying to self
to know Christ more intimately