Active In God's Work

“But I need my inhaler now, Ma’am or else I wouldn’t be able to breathe,” complained a middle-aged male inmate in front of me. I had discovered that he was just given an inhaler only a few days ago and he was complaining that it was already out. I put my stethoscope over his lung fields. No wheezing. I checked his oxygen saturation:98% which was great! I knew he was using the inhaler to give him the “fix” that he needed. He liked the “high” that came from it that mimicked the drugs he used outside the prison.

I gave him 2 puffs. But he didn’t expect that I was going to take away the inhaler from him.

“I’m sorry, Sir. You’re not allowed to keep this at this time as you have been over-using the inhaler they gave you a few days ago. Nurses have to bring this to your unit. If you’re having trouble breathing, you can always alert your unit’s deputy so we can evaluate you every time.

He didn’t say anything. He accepted what was told. He thanked me for seeing him and giving him 2 puffs of the same inhaler for his asthma.

One minute later, the medical secretary advised me that one inmate wanted to come down to the Infirmary for complaints of asthma, too.

“Just send him down.”

“You’re too nice, Rcubes. I didn’t know, he’s here already. He’s that one waiting. He looks okay.”

“That’s okay. I’d rather see them in person and treat them depending on what I'll find out than to deny their requests without first seeing them,” I replied with a smile.

This other inmate was not having any shortness of breath. But I heard audible expiratory wheezes. He definitely could use one inhaler. So, I gave him one to keep. He didn't have any prior record of being given one. He was grateful to have it.

That's how it is at my work. You don't know what to expect. Some inmates are lying or faking their emergencies. Yet, some asymptomatic ones truly need help.

And that’s my prayer. That I will not miss that chance of being His instrument. That I will not be idle and fall asleep while working on duty. Under Him. I [We are] am serving an active God, so I must not lag in doing things for Him...[Glory be to You, Oh Lord!]




"Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. On him God the Father has placed his seal of approval." ~ John 6:27


"Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord." ~ Romans 12:11


"But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry." ~ 2 Timothy 4:5

14 comments:

  1. Amen...I am blessed that you are within that prison, revealing the Liberator of your life! Praise God for your prayer.

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  2. I'll pray that prayer with you

    Blessings to you,
    Lyn

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  3. Rosel, amen. May God continue to protect you as you do His mighty work. You are truly a blessing and an inspiration. Blessings, JBR

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  4. Hi, It's awful to try and do your job and have inmates lie to you by overusing. I think you have a very wise head on your shoulders, plus Gods protection.. Praise His Name.
    I love that Keith Greene song, his voice is so mellow and pure.
    Keep safe and God bless you. Hugs sister.

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  5. Dicernment. One of the gifts of the Spirit.

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  6. I am thankful you have not allowed those false complaints to taint your heart for GOD and those inmates who need you. I know you are a light in the darkness of the prison....I can just envision the heavenly glow those inmates must see. I wonder if they realize they are seeing GOD through you...or if they are all still trying to figure it out. I am confident they see something different. Keep being you and being faithful to HIS call on your life.

    Blessings, hugs, and lots of prayers,
    andrea

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  7. I sure appreciate your posts..Honest and really give me an inside visual of your on the job responsibilities..May the Lord bless you and keep you!

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  8. Rosel, I pray that God gives you a extra dose of wisdom and discernment as you interact with some most difficult people. ~Ron

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  9. Talk about never letting your guard down. Aren't you glad that anytime we need help, we can ask the Holy Spirit? I sure hope they pay you well.

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  10. From Colossians 1:9-11 "We do not cease to pray for you, and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding; that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him." I like your attitude towards not missing that chance, Sis. Colossians 3:23-24 "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving."
    Rejoice!

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  11. Blessings to you this day Rosel and the weekend.

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  12. Always praying so deeply for you there my sweet sister...always.

    Love you so very much,
    Alleluiabelle

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  13. good post and I'm in on that prayer too.

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  14. Blessings and love to you sis.

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