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March 15, 2024
Daily Meditations of A Nurse Warrior
What wealth do you seek?
If consumed by wealth, you will end up poor, just like King Solomon, a very wealthy man, as he lived and believed that "whoever loves money never has enough" and "as goods increase, so do those who consume them" (Ecclesiastes 5:10-11). Paul, on the other hand, chose the path of Jesus, one that was sustainable and very profitable, as he knew what was in store for him as he "kept the faith" and "finished the race" (2 Timothy 4:6-7). So, as you consider how rich you want to be, may it be a wealth that is shared as opposed to a "wealth [that is] hoarded to the harm of its owners" (5:13). #ARichLife
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If consumed by wealth, you will end up poor, just like King Solomon, a very wealthy man, as he lived and believed that "whoever loves money never has enough" and "as goods increase, so do those who consume them" (Ecclesiastes 5:10-11). Paul, on the other hand, chose the path of Jesus, one that was sustainable and very profitable, as he knew what was in store for him as he "kept the faith" and "finished the race" (2 Timothy 4:6-7). So, as you consider how rich you want to be, may it be a wealth that is shared as opposed to a "wealth [that is] hoarded to the harm of its owners" (5:13). #ARichLife
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March 14, 2024
Daily Meditations of A Nurse Warrior
What kind of appetite do you have?
Appetites cost money; and how much determines how hungry you are. Esau's appetite was voracious, doing whatever he pleased as he "despised his birthright" (Genesis 25:34) and squandered it. So, when you become "famished" (25:30), like Esau, might that hunger be for The One who can keep you content and full "with good things" (Psalm 107:9) and not one that will cost you dearly. #CurbYourCravings
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Appetites cost money; and how much determines how hungry you are. Esau's appetite was voracious, doing whatever he pleased as he "despised his birthright" (Genesis 25:34) and squandered it. So, when you become "famished" (25:30), like Esau, might that hunger be for The One who can keep you content and full "with good things" (Psalm 107:9) and not one that will cost you dearly. #CurbYourCravings
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March 13, 2024
Daily Meditations of A Nurse Warrior
How do you face and deal with your problems?
Problems, such as financial hardship, job strain, and tensious relationships, can cause a great deal of anguish; and "when hard pressed" (Psalm 118:7) there is someone that can bring you "into a spacious place" (118:5) and help you to "look in triumph on [your] enemies" (118:7). Better than anyone, the Lord knows suffering and pain and can relate to whatever you are going through. So, if in need of help facing your foes, might you consider reaching out so that He can help ease and relieve them. #TheProblemSolver & #Comforter
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Problems, such as financial hardship, job strain, and tensious relationships, can cause a great deal of anguish; and "when hard pressed" (Psalm 118:7) there is someone that can bring you "into a spacious place" (118:5) and help you to "look in triumph on [your] enemies" (118:7). Better than anyone, the Lord knows suffering and pain and can relate to whatever you are going through. So, if in need of help facing your foes, might you consider reaching out so that He can help ease and relieve them. #TheProblemSolver & #Comforter
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March 12, 2024
Daily Meditations of A Nurse Warrior
What are you willing to stand up or go to bat for?
It takes a great deal of courage to step up and do what is right; and doing so was Esther, the queen of Persia (see Esther 2:17), as she remarked that she would "go to the king, even though it is against the law." And if she perished, she perished. (4:16). So, when you see a situation or circumstance in need of help, might you, too, have courage like Esther and help make it better instead of watching it happen right in front of you or turning the other cheek. #BeBrave & #Courageous & #TakeAction
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It takes a great deal of courage to step up and do what is right; and doing so was Esther, the queen of Persia (see Esther 2:17), as she remarked that she would "go to the king, even though it is against the law." And if she perished, she perished. (4:16). So, when you see a situation or circumstance in need of help, might you, too, have courage like Esther and help make it better instead of watching it happen right in front of you or turning the other cheek. #BeBrave & #Courageous & #TakeAction
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March 11, 2024
Daily Meditations of A Nurse Warrior
What do you constitute as a well-lived life?
"All share a common destiny" (Ecclesiastes 9:2), as we each are headed to "the realm of the dead" (9:10). In knowing and accepting this reality, may it lead you to value and cherish every moment that you have and help you to live in such a way that you can "go your way, eat your bread with joy, and drink your wine with a cheerful heart" and know that "God has already already accepted your works" (9:7). So, when that day comes, you will know that you will have left here giving the world the best version of yourself and have no regrets. #Carpediem
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"All share a common destiny" (Ecclesiastes 9:2), as we each are headed to "the realm of the dead" (9:10). In knowing and accepting this reality, may it lead you to value and cherish every moment that you have and help you to live in such a way that you can "go your way, eat your bread with joy, and drink your wine with a cheerful heart" and know that "God has already already accepted your works" (9:7). So, when that day comes, you will know that you will have left here giving the world the best version of yourself and have no regrets. #Carpediem
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March 10, 2024
Daily Meditations of A Nurse Warrior
What do you appreciate?
The world is filled with many amazing people, places and things; and it is because of His "wisdom" that he "made them all" (Psalm 104:24); and to be a part of His master plan is an honor, as your existence allows you to enjoy and experience every bit of his generosity until the day that he calls you home (see 104:27-30). So, while you are still here, might you consider "[singing] to the Lord all [of your] life" and "as long as [you] live" (104:33). #EternallyGrateful & #Thankful #EachAndEveryDay
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The world is filled with many amazing people, places and things; and it is because of His "wisdom" that he "made them all" (Psalm 104:24); and to be a part of His master plan is an honor, as your existence allows you to enjoy and experience every bit of his generosity until the day that he calls you home (see 104:27-30). So, while you are still here, might you consider "[singing] to the Lord all [of your] life" and "as long as [you] live" (104:33). #EternallyGrateful & #Thankful #EachAndEveryDay
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March 9, 2024
Daily Meditations of A Nurse Warrior
What are you passionate about?
You know pretty quickly if someone is passionate about something, as you can see it in their focus, energy and attitude. Asking you to also consider another passion is Paul. He says to "never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord" (Romans 12:11). For when you do, you learn to appreciate and give thanks for the passion that you already have, along with the impact that it can also have on others. #RemainEager #Hungry & #Devoted
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You know pretty quickly if someone is passionate about something, as you can see it in their focus, energy and attitude. Asking you to also consider another passion is Paul. He says to "never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord" (Romans 12:11). For when you do, you learn to appreciate and give thanks for the passion that you already have, along with the impact that it can also have on others. #RemainEager #Hungry & #Devoted
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March 8, 2024
Daily Meditations of A Nurse Warrior
How can you make what you have work?
You may not have exactly what you need, but you can make due with what you do have. Tasked, but concerned, about having what he needed to rescue the Israelites was Moses, as he asked “What if they do not . . . listen to me?” (Exodus 4:1). Answering Moses's question with a question was God, as he asked “What is that in your hand?” (v. 2). Noting a stick, in Moses's hand, that "became a snake" (v. 3) was all that he had and only needed. So, if you ever question what you have, know that if you ask, listen and follow Him he will provide you with what you need. #HeWillSupplyTheRest
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You may not have exactly what you need, but you can make due with what you do have. Tasked, but concerned, about having what he needed to rescue the Israelites was Moses, as he asked “What if they do not . . . listen to me?” (Exodus 4:1). Answering Moses's question with a question was God, as he asked “What is that in your hand?” (v. 2). Noting a stick, in Moses's hand, that "became a snake" (v. 3) was all that he had and only needed. So, if you ever question what you have, know that if you ask, listen and follow Him he will provide you with what you need. #HeWillSupplyTheRest
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March 7, 2024
Daily Meditations of A Nurse Warrior
Where does your strength and security come from?
Work, family and friends can leave you weak and insecure; and when such circumstances take you to these troubling places, there "is a fortified tower" (Proverbs 18:10) that you can go to and take "refuge" and regain your "strength" (Psalm 46:1). For the Tower is a "compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness" (Exodus 34:6); and those who "run to it...are safe" (18:10). Might you consider going there. #AWellProtectedFortress
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Work, family and friends can leave you weak and insecure; and when such circumstances take you to these troubling places, there "is a fortified tower" (Proverbs 18:10) that you can go to and take "refuge" and regain your "strength" (Psalm 46:1). For the Tower is a "compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness" (Exodus 34:6); and those who "run to it...are safe" (18:10). Might you consider going there. #AWellProtectedFortress
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March 6, 2024
Daily Meditations of A Nurse Warrior
What good works do you do?
You and I are reminded, by Paul, that we are not saved "because of righteous things [we have] done" (Titus 3:5), but by [doing] whatever is good" (Titus 3:1 NIV). So, as you consider the difference, may you chose to "let your light shine before others, [so] that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven" (Matthew 5:16). #RealGoodWorks
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You and I are reminded, by Paul, that we are not saved "because of righteous things [we have] done" (Titus 3:5), but by [doing] whatever is good" (Titus 3:1 NIV). So, as you consider the difference, may you chose to "let your light shine before others, [so] that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven" (Matthew 5:16). #RealGoodWorks
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