A Prayer for Doctors and Nurses
A Prayer for Doctors and Nurses
By Emma Danzey
“And hearing this, Jesus said to them, “It is not those who are healthy who need a physician, but those who are sick; I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners.” – Mark 2:17
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We so often take for granted being able to breathe properly, having the strength to stand and walk around, or the ability to see clearly. Yes, the Lord is our Healer, and He does miraculous things, but He also has provided people with the minds and the abilities to work alongside Him to help others. Doctors and nurses play a key role in our society and around the world. They help keep communities healthy and are there in some of the most difficult times in life.
Who are some specific names of medical workers who come to mind? Take a moment and write them down or create a mental list of doctors and nurses who serve you, your family, or your town. This reminds us that these are real people making authentic sacrifices to meet the needs of others. Mark 2 tells us that the sick are the ones who need the doctor. Ultimately we are all spiritually ill. We all need the gospel of Jesus to set us free and to heal us from the eternal sickness that is death and punishment.
Sickness reminds us that health is a gift. Our sin indicates that Jesus is our antidote. Has there been a time in your life or the life of a loved one when sickness constantly ruled? Maybe you never thought things would get better, or maybe they did not. Perhaps you are still living in an ongoing battle with illness. Even though our bodies can be physically worn, we are reminded in 2 Corinthians 4:16, “So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day.” Our spiritual lives can become more healthy and fruitful even when our physical health is declining. Today we will take some time to praise God for His kind gift of doctors and nurses.
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This article was originally published on ibelieve.com – A Prayer for Doctors and Nurses – Your Daily Prayer – April 4 – Used with permission.
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