Many times it feels like following Jesus means you have to give up a lot of stuff. And many times we feel deprived of some of the good things others enjoy. Then through interaction and conversation, we realise that by following Jesus we have been saved a lot of pain, suffering, grief. Even though we still have pain, suffering and grief, its of a different kind, the kind that does not destroy but builds. It does not leave us hopeless but makes us stronger.
God is moving in your life. You may not see it but He's working. Be of good courage.
-ONWARD!