In this episode of Sanctified & Sleep Deprived, Kate leads us in an honest, heartfelt conversation about selflessness — what it looks like in real life, why it’s so hard (especially during the holidays), and how Jesus models it perfectly.

As Christian moms, we’re often told to “put others first,” yet the holiday season can leave us feeling drained, overwhelmed, and running on empty. Together, we unpack the Family Values chapter on selflessness from Gather Moms and wrestle with the tension between serving others and battling our own selfishness.

We share real-life stories of when selflessness came naturally — and when it absolutely didn’t. We talk openly about exhaustion, motivation, and how faith sometimes feels strong… and sometimes feels absent in the moment.

Bethany walks us through Matthew 26, reminding us that Jesus knew exactly what was coming — betrayal, suffering, the cross — and still chose obedience out of love for us. His life is the ultimate example of selflessness, and it challenges us to ask a hard but holy question: What do we need to lay down and “hang on the cross” in our own lives?

We wrap up with practical tools and habits to help us practice selflessness in everyday motherhood, a reflection challenge, and encouragement for the moments when we simply don’t have it in us to give anymore.

If you’re feeling worn down, stretched thin, or convicted in the best way — this conversation is for you.

📖 Scripture Highlight: Matthew 26:20–30, Proverbs 11:25 📚 Study: Family Values by Gather Moms 🙏 Includes prayer & listener reflection challenge