For many Christians, the concept of loving themselves sounds contrary to Jesus' words: “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross.” (Matthew 16:24 NIV)Does “Love your neighbor as yourself” mean our earthly needs are as important as our service to others?Each chapter of “Self-Care: Selfish or Sacred? An Interactive guide to Myths and Misunderstandings” looks at a myth about self-care, shares Susan's personal struggle, and identifies misconceptions. Scriptural explanations, questions, and prayer prompts are included with blank spaces for interactive use.