In this episode rewind , Tola highlights the pivotal moment when God tells Gideon he has too many men. This was a divine strategy that didn’t make sense from a human perspective. Reducing the number of soldiers before going into battle would seem counterproductive, but God's ways are not our ways.
Tola shares how this applies to our daily lives as nurses, leaders, mothers, wives, and entrepreneurs. God often gives us instructions that do not align with conventional logic, and this is where faith becomes practical. Faith is not just a belief, it is obedience to divine strategy even when it seems unreasonable.
God’s intent was not only to give Gideon the victory but also to ensure that the glory returned to Him. In the same way, when we follow God’s unique strategies in our lives, we begin to see results that cannot be explained by credentials, background, or effort alone. This reminds us that obedience positions us to walk in peace, grace, and ease, not by our strength but by His direction.
Key Takeaways:
Divine strategies often do not make sense in the natural, but they lead to supernatural results.
God trims our "numbers" so we will rely on Him rather than our own qualifications or resources.
Many people seek signs because they are overwhelmed by too many voices. Stillness and centering in God's Word clarify His strategy.
Success in nursing, business, and family comes when you choose to obey God's leading, even in the small and unusual things.
Every victory you experience is a reminder to give the glory back to God, not to your intellect, experience, or training.
Faith in Action Reflection:
Reflect on areas in your life where God may be calling you to implement a new or unusual strategy. Are you resisting because it doesn't make sense?
Are you waiting for a sign instead of simply obeying what you already heard from God?
Write down recent compliments or wins in your life. How did God show up in those situations? Were there divine strategies behind the success?
Identify one area where you tend to speak negatively (money, parenting, nursing). Replace those statements with Scripture-based affirmations.
Reflection Questions:
What instruction has God given you that seems illogical or inconvenient?
Are you trying to make your life work by human strategy instead of spiritual guidance?
How can you make your faith more practical this week?
Listen & Subscribe:You can listen to Daily Devotionals for Nurses on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform. Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share with another nurse who needs truth and encouragement.
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Take the Next Step:
Join the Nurses of Faith Mastermind Are you a nurse who desires clarity, peace, and God-centered strategies for your calling? The Nurses of Faith Mastermind is designed to help you step into your divine assignment with confidence and support. This is your invitation to pursue success with grace, not stress.https://stan.store/Nursesoffaith/p/the-nurses-of-faith-mastermind
Attend Worship Night for Nurses – August 31 at 6 PM EST (Atlanta, GA)Join us in person for a powerful night of worship, prayer, and refreshing for nurses. Come expecting to be poured into and ignited in your purpose. This night is set apart for rest, renewal, and realignment. You do not want to miss it. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/worship-night-for-nurses-august-2025-tickets-1586435915529?aff=oddtdtcreator
Thanks for listening to rewind of episode 50
In this episode, Tola continues the reflection on Judges 7 and God's instructions to Gideon about reducing the size of his army. Gideon had over 32,000 men, but God told him to let those who were fearful and afraid turn back. While it may have looked like Gideon was giving up his advantage, God was actually protecting him.
Tola helps listeners consider what it would feel like to be in Gideon's shoes. Imagine having what seems like an army of support, only to be told that most of it must go. The instruction doesn’t make sense at first glance, but faith is about trusting God even when the strategy defies logic.
She explains how fear is contagious. Fearful people on your journey can delay your progress, distort your perspective, and pull you back emotionally, mentally, or spiritually. God was helping Gideon avoid a future defeat by removing voices and influences that would have weakened him. Tola reminds listeners that obedience to divine strategy often leads to protection from outcomes we may never even see.
Using a powerful analogy from her work in wound care, Tola compares disobedience to untreated wounds. Sometimes we end up with emotional, physical, or psychological wounds because we ignored divine direction. Obeying God's voice helps us avoid unnecessary trauma and protects us from battles we were never meant to fight in the first place.
She encourages listeners to choose trust over curiosity. Instead of wondering what would have happened if they had gone the other way, it is better to rest in the peace of never knowing. Obedience may not always be easy, but it is always worth it.
Scripture Focus
Judges 7:3 (NKJV)
"Now therefore, proclaim in the hearing of the people, saying, ‘Whoever is fearful and afraid, let him turn and depart at once from Mount Gilead.’ And twenty-two thousand of the people returned, and ten thousand remained."
Are you in a season where God is asking you to do something uncomfortable? Is He asking you to let go of certain people, places, or plans? Do you feel like you are being asked to implement a divine strategy that does not make sense?
Tola invites you to join the Nurses of Faith Mastermind. This is a sacred space for nurses who are ready to walk in obedience and align their lives with the voice of God. Whether you are making decisions about your career, relationships, finances, or spiritual growth, the mastermind offers biblical mentorship, practical accountability, and heartfelt support. Join the waitlist https://stan.store/Nursesoffaith/p/the-nurses-of-faith-mastermind
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In this episode, Tola circles back to Gideon’s story in Judges 7 and invites us to pause and recognize a powerful truth: God gives divine strategies not only to save us but to ensure He receives the glory for every victory. As nurses and believers, we often face overwhelming circumstances, whether on the job, in leadership, or in personal life, but God’s instructions are intentional and precise.
When the Israelites cried out for deliverance from the Midianites, God answered. But He made it clear that the victory would not come from numbers, effort, or human wisdom. It would come through Him alone. Tola highlights how easy it is to attribute success to our own efforts—our intelligence, charisma, education, or upbringing. Yet, when we do this, we risk robbing God of the very glory due to Him.
She shares a personal testimony from nursing, where the Holy Spirit’s gentle prompt to bring an unnecessary instrument into a patient’s room proved to be a timely, lifesaving move. This story reminds us of the importance of sensitivity to divine direction in even the smallest tasks. Often what looks like intuition is actually revelation from the Lord.
Tola also challenges listeners to reflect on whether they thank God for what is working in their lives or only talk to Him when things fall apart. The same God who delivers also deserves the credit. Our posture must remain one of humility and gratitude, especially when success comes in unexpected, supernatural ways.
If you have ever walked through a season where you knew the outcome was not because of you, but because of God, this episode will deepen your appreciation and realign your heart to give Him all the praise.
As you reflect on what is working in your life, take a moment to give God the glory. Thank Him for the guidance, provision, and strategies that have helped you thrive, even when the odds were stacked against you.
If you are in a season where you need support to carry out God’s instructions with boldness, clarity, and obedience, consider joining the Nurses of Faith Mastermind. It is a space designed for nurses who are being led by God but need accountability and strategy to follow through. Whether you are navigating your next career move, launching something new, or leading in difficult spaces, you do not have to do it alone. https://stan.store/Nursesoffaith/p/the-nurses-of-faith-mastermind
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In this powerful episode, Tola explores what it looks like to walk in obedience when God's strategy involves letting go. Drawing from the story of Gideon in Judges 7, she explains how God's instructions may not always make logical sense, but they are always rooted in divine wisdom and eternal perspective.
Gideon was prepared to go into battle with 32,000 men, but God saw something he could not. God knew the hearts of the men. He knew that 22,000 of them were fearful and would only weaken the mission. So He gave Gideon a counterintuitive strategy: reduce the numbers. Not to discourage him, but to ensure that the victory would be God's and not man’s.
This episode reminds us that fear is not a neutral companion. Partnering with fear, especially in leadership, decision-making, and vision execution, will only sabotage what God has called you to do. You may be surrounded by people, but are they the right people for your assignment? Are they walking in faith, or are they operating from fear?
Tola also shares a word of encouragement for those who have experienced painful separations or divine redirections. Perhaps God told you to walk away from a relationship, decline a partnership, or pass on a job opportunity. It may not make sense now, but trust that God is doing what He did for Gideon—shielding you from hidden dangers and positioning you for victory.
Sometimes we are tempted to press forward with our own logic. Other times, we stall out because we do not understand why God said no. But if you are in that in-between place where you know what God said, but you are struggling to implement it, you are not alone. And you do not have to figure it out by yourself.
If you are in a season of leadership where God has given you direction, but the practical implementation feels heavy, the Nurses of Faith Mastermind is your place of support. This mastermind is for nurses who know they are called to more, who are receiving divine strategy for their next steps, and who need godly support and accountability to walk it out.
Whether you are leading at the bedside, building a business, launching a ministry, or navigating a life transition, you were not meant to do it alone. The Mastermind meets twice a month and offers biblical mentorship, strategic planning, and practical wisdom rooted in the Word of God. If you are a modern-day Gideon who needs the strength and structure to follow through, this is for you.
Join the Nurses of Faith Mastermind Waitlist https://stan.store/Nursesoffaith/p/the-nurses-of-faith-mastermind
Attend Worship Night for Nurses – August 31 at 6 PM EST (Atlanta, GA) Join us in person for a powerful night of worship, prayer, and refreshing for nurses. Come expecting to be poured into and ignited in your purpose. This night is set apart for rest, renewal, and realignment. You do not want to miss it. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/worship-night-for-nurses-august-2025-tickets-1586435915529?aff=oddtdtcreator
In this episode, Tola highlights the pivotal moment when God tells Gideon he has too many men. This was a divine strategy that didn’t make sense from a human perspective. Reducing the number of soldiers before going into battle would seem counterproductive, but God's ways are not our ways.
Tola shares how this applies to our daily lives as nurses, leaders, mothers, wives, and entrepreneurs. God often gives us instructions that do not align with conventional logic, and this is where faith becomes practical. Faith is not just a belief, it is obedience to divine strategy even when it seems unreasonable.
God’s intent was not only to give Gideon the victory but also to ensure that the glory returned to Him. In the same way, when we follow God’s unique strategies in our lives, we begin to see results that cannot be explained by credentials, background, or effort alone. This reminds us that obedience positions us to walk in peace, grace, and ease, not by our strength but by His direction.
Key Takeaways:
Divine strategies often do not make sense in the natural, but they lead to supernatural results.
God trims our "numbers" so we will rely on Him rather than our own qualifications or resources.
Many people seek signs because they are overwhelmed by too many voices. Stillness and centering in God's Word clarify His strategy.
Success in nursing, business, and family comes when you choose to obey God's leading, even in the small and unusual things.
Every victory you experience is a reminder to give the glory back to God, not to your intellect, experience, or training.
Faith in Action Reflection:
Reflect on areas in your life where God may be calling you to implement a new or unusual strategy. Are you resisting because it doesn't make sense?
Are you waiting for a sign instead of simply obeying what you already heard from God?
Write down recent compliments or wins in your life. How did God show up in those situations? Were there divine strategies behind the success?
Identify one area where you tend to speak negatively (money, parenting, nursing). Replace those statements with Scripture-based affirmations.
Reflection Questions:
What instruction has God given you that seems illogical or inconvenient?
Are you trying to make your life work by human strategy instead of spiritual guidance?
How can you make your faith more practical this week?
Listen & Subscribe:
You can listen to Daily Devotionals for Nurses on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform. Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share with another nurse who needs truth and encouragement.
Follow Nurses of Faith on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube.
Take the Next Step:
Join the Nurses of Faith Mastermind
Are you a nurse leader, entrepreneur, or woman of vision who desires clarity, peace, and God-centered strategies for your calling? The Nurses of Faith Mastermind is designed to help you step into your divine assignment with confidence and support. This is your invitation to pursue success with grace, not stress.https://stan.store/Nursesoffaith/p/the-nurses-of-faith-mastermind
Attend Worship Night for Nurses – August 31 at 6 PM EST (Atlanta, GA)
Join us in person for a powerful night of worship, prayer, and refreshing for nurses. Come expecting to be poured into and ignited in your purpose. This night is set apart for rest, renewal, and realignment. You do not want to miss it. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/worship-night-for-nurses-august-2025-tickets-1586435915529?aff=oddtdtcreator
In this episode, Tola shares an important truth: your next season requires faith, not just signs. Building on the story of Gideon in Judges 6 and now moving into chapter 7, she shows how God leads His people with divine strategy that does not always make sense to the natural mind.
Gideon was asked to reduce his army, even though it seemed like he needed more people to win the battle. But God had a plan. The strategy was about trust and obedience, not numbers or logic. Tola reminds nurses that in the same way, God will begin to give you unique strategies for your work, your home, and your personal life. Those strategies may not seem mainstream, but they are designed for your victory.
You may be used to waiting on external signs or the voice of a prophet, but your next breakthrough will come when you are able to hear and follow God’s instructions for yourself. The problem is not always that God is not speaking. Sometimes there are too many other voices around you. Like Gideon, you may need to reduce the noise and trust what God is saying.
Key Takeaways:
The next level of your life will be accessed through faith, not repeated signs.
God’s strategies are sometimes illogical to human thinking but are perfect in His plan.
Asking for a sign repeatedly may stem from confusion caused by too many voices or opinions.
When you stop depending on external confirmations and start leaning on God’s voice, clarity follows.
Divine strategy always requires action. Faith is not just belief but obedience.
Faith in Action Reflection:
Where are you still waiting for confirmation even though God has already spoken?
Are you willing to follow a strategy from God that does not make sense to others?
Take time to identify if too many outside voices are creating confusion. Ask the Holy Spirit to silence the noise so you can hear clearly.
Write out the last instruction you received from God and list the fears that may be holding you back. Then counter each one with Scripture.
Reflection Questions:
What strategy has God already revealed that you have not implemented?
Have you allowed other people’s opinions to cloud your obedience?
In what areas are you willing to trust God’s unusual instructions?
Listen & Subscribe:
You can listen to Daily Devotionals for Nurses on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform. Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share with another nurse who needs encouragement and truth for her journey.
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Grow with Us:
Nurses of Faith Mastermind
If you are a nurse leader, entrepreneur, or visionary longing to walk in clarity and peace while honoring your God-given purpose, then the Nurses of Faith Mastermind is for you. This program is designed to support you with community, strategy, and faith-based mentorship. Step into your assignment with confidence. https://stan.store/Nursesoffaith/p/the-nurses-of-faith-mastermind
Worship Night for Nurses – August 31 at 6 PM EST (Atlanta, GA)
Come and be refreshed in the presence of God with other nurses of faith. This in-person gathering is designed to replenish your spirit, help you reconnect with your calling, and receive encouragement for the journey ahead. You do not want to miss this. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/worship-night-for-nurses-august-2025-tickets-1586435915529?aff=oddtdtcreator
In this episode , Tola explores the heart issues behind our repeated requests for signs from God. Drawing again from Gideon’s story in Judges 6, she shows how Gideon’s desire for confirmation stemmed from fear, shame, and a sense of inadequacy. Although God granted his requests, Gideon’s repeated need for signs pointed to a lack of trust and identity in God’s calling.
Tola challenges listeners to look beneath their own requests for signs and ask, “What is this hesitation really pointing to?” Whether it’s fear, shame, past trauma, or insecurity, she encourages nurses to bring those hidden fears into the light of God’s truth.
Using personal experiences and practical tools like faith declarations and written exercises, she equips listeners to move forward not with perfect clarity, but with unwavering trust in the God who calls them.
Scripture Focus:
Judges 6:36–40 – Gideon said to God, “If you will save Israel by my hand as you have promised, look, I will place a wool fleece on the threshing floor. If there is dew only on the fleece and all the ground is dry, then I will know that you will save Israel by my hand, as you said.”
And again in verse 39, “Do not be angry with me. Let me make just one more request.”
Key Takeaways:
Asking for signs can become a spiritual crutch rooted in fear or past failures.
Gideon’s identity struggle mirrors our own reluctance to obey when God calls us to lead or step out in faith.
We must confront the real issue behind our need for signs: is it fear, shame, or uncertainty about God's character?
Faith is not about having everything figured out. It is about moving with God even when you cannot see the outcome.
You can counter fear by writing out your faith declarations and standing on the Word of God.
Faith in Action Exercise:
Ask yourself: Where is my fear hiding?
Write down the instruction or opportunity God is presenting to you.
List out the fears that come up when you consider obeying Him.
Now write faith statements to counter each fear. For example: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” or “He surrounds me with favor as a shield.”
Reflection Questions:
What is your pattern when God gives you a new instruction?
Have you been delaying obedience because you are waiting for confirmation?
How can you use faith declarations to replace fear-based thinking?
Listen & Subscribe:
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Opportunities to Grow Deeper:
Nurses of Faith Mastermind
If you are a nurse leader, visionary, or purpose-driven nurse who wants to grow in faith and impact, the Nurses of Faith Mastermind is for you. Join the waitlist for a community where you are supported spiritually and strategically to walk in obedience and build what God has called you to build. https://stan.store/Nursesoffaith/p/the-nurses-of-faith-mastermind
In this episode, Tola continues her study on the life of Gideon from Judges 6, reminding nurses and faith-driven professionals that we do not need to wait for a sign to move forward in obedience to God.
Using Hebrews 11 as a foundational scripture, Tola explains the nature of true faith not as something theoretical or passive, but as active trust in God’s voice, even when we can’t see the full picture. She challenges listeners to grow their faith through consistent time in the Word and to stop relying on external confirmation before making faith-led decisions.
She shares a personal story about a time God instructed her to leave a job without a backup plan. She obeyed not because she saw a sign, but because she had grown confident in how God speaks to her. The miracle she experienced came after she obeyed, serving as a result of her faith rather than the prerequisite for it.
Key Takeaways:
You don’t need a prophet to move when God speaks. Learn to discern His voice and trust Him without delay.
Faith is practical. It's not just what we know, it's what we do in response to God’s instructions.
Build your faith by reading and meditating on scriptures like Hebrews 11. The more you immerse yourself in God's Word, the more confident you become in His guidance.
Don’t get stuck in “theoretical faith.” Like Gideon, it’s possible to know of God’s power but still hesitate. Growth happens when you practice what you believe.
Reflection Questions:
Where in your life are you waiting for a sign instead of obeying God’s instructions?
How can you build a stronger foundation of trust in God's voice this week?
What step is God asking you to take, even if it feels risky?
Listen & Subscribe:
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Let’s Grow Together:
Join the Nurses of Faith Mastermind
Are you a nurse leader, entrepreneur, or visionary who wants to grow spiritually, strategically, and professionally? The Nurses of Faith Mastermind is a space to help you walk boldly in your God-given assignment with clarity, peace, and support. If you're ready to stop second-guessing and start moving with confidence, this is for you. https://stan.store/Nursesoffaith/p/the-nurses-of-faith-mastermind
Worship Nights for Nurses – August 31 in Atlanta
Come rest, worship, and be refreshed at our Worship Night for Nurses on August 31st at 6 PM EST in Atlanta. This in-person gathering is designed to pour back into those who pour out. We’ll pray together, worship deeply, and soak in God's presence. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/worship-night-for-nurses-august-2025-tickets-1586435915529?aff=oddtdtcreator
In this Episode ( Rewind ) of Daily Devotionals for Nurses, Tola invites listeners to reflect on the danger of depending on repeated signs from God as a prerequisite for obedience. While Gideon asked for signs multiple times, Tola reminds us that our walk with God is not meant to be built on constant confirmations but on faith and trust in His voice.
Drawing from relatable analogies and biblical truth, this episode challenges nurses and believers to examine whether they have unknowingly become addicted to signs, prophecies, or outside voices. Tola shares a heart-stirring illustration of a child repeatedly asking a faithful father for proof that dinner will be served—revealing how mistrust can quietly masquerade as spirituality.
This is a call to mature faith. A call to trust that if God said it, He will do it. Waiting for signs can delay our assignments, weaken our trust, and make us dependent on others to hear God for us. Tola encourages you to deepen your relationship with the Lord so that your confidence flows from knowing His voice, not seeking constant validation.
Key Points:
Why you don’t need multiple signs to obey God
The subtle dangers of seeking signs as a spiritual habit
Real faith is built on trust, not repeated confirmation
Understanding the heart of God as a trustworthy Father
The risk of depending on people rather than knowing God’s voice yourself
Reflection Questions:
Are you delaying obedience while waiting for another word or sign?
Have you become dependent on others to confirm what God has already told you?
Do you trust God enough to move even when there is no external confirmation?
Scripture Focus:Judges 6:17–24
God is worthy of your trust the first time.
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In Episode 45 of Daily Devotionals for Nurses, Tola invites listeners to reflect on the danger of depending on repeated signs from God as a prerequisite for obedience. While Gideon asked for signs multiple times, Tola reminds us that our walk with God is not meant to be built on constant confirmations but on faith and trust in His voice.
Drawing from relatable analogies and biblical truth, this episode challenges nurses and believers to examine whether they have unknowingly become addicted to signs, prophecies, or outside voices. Tola shares a heart-stirring illustration of a child repeatedly asking a faithful father for proof that dinner will be served—revealing how mistrust can quietly masquerade as spirituality.
This is a call to mature faith. A call to trust that if God said it, He will do it. Waiting for signs can delay our assignments, weaken our trust, and make us dependent on others to hear God for us. Tola encourages you to deepen your relationship with the Lord so that your confidence flows from knowing His voice, not seeking constant validation.
Key Points:
Why you don’t need multiple signs to obey God
The subtle dangers of seeking signs as a spiritual habit
Real faith is built on trust, not repeated confirmation
Understanding the heart of God as a trustworthy Father
The risk of depending on people rather than knowing God’s voice yourself
Reflection Questions:
Are you delaying obedience while waiting for another word or sign?
Have you become dependent on others to confirm what God has already told you?
Do you trust God enough to move even when there is no external confirmation?
Scripture Focus:
Judges 6:17–24
Final Encouragement:
God does not speak in riddles. He leads with clarity and confirms in love. But He is not obligated to repeat Himself. He is worthy of your trust the first time.
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You’re invited to Worship Nights for Nurses—an evening of healing, rest, and refreshing in God’s presence.
🗓 August 31st
🕕 6:00 PM EST
📍 Atlanta, GA
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In today’s episode, Tola continues walking us through Judges 6, focusing on Gideon’s request for a sign and what it means for modern believers, especially nurses navigating their own obedience journey.
After being called a “mighty man of valor,” Gideon asks the angel of the Lord for confirmation. He wants a sign that this divine encounter is real. Gideon’s fear is honest. His need for assurance is relatable. But what begins as a desire for clarity can become a pattern of hesitation if we are not careful.
Tola unpacks this important distinction. There is a difference between seeking God’s confirmation and becoming dependent on signs for every act of obedience. She shares how a desire for “one more word” or “one more prophecy” can stall your calling. For some, it becomes an addiction to spiritual reassurance that leads to delay, not devotion.
Judges 6:17–21
Gideon asks for a sign, prepares an offering, and witnesses fire from the rock as a response. This moment confirms his encounter with God, but it’s also the beginning of a pattern we must pay attention to.
Be Cautious with Sign-Seeking
Gideon’s request for a sign is understandable, but Tola reminds us that constantly needing a sign before moving forward can delay your obedience. Many people stay stuck, waiting on a “word” or “confirmation,” when God has already spoken.
Addiction to Prophecy
Tola challenges a common trap in faith circles: the habit of running from one prophet or preacher to another, hoping to hear a new word from God. She warns that this dependency can lead to delayed or disobedient lives. You do not need five confirmations to obey God.
Train Yourself to Trust God’s Voice
Tola shares her personal journey of learning to obey God immediately. She explains how the voice of God becomes clearer the more you obey. Delayed obedience often leads to spiritual dullness and uncertainty. Clarity increases with consistent obedience.
When You Obey, the Holy Spirit Speaks More Clearly
One of the most powerful takeaways from this episode is this: the more you obey, the clearer His voice becomes. But if you keep ignoring promptings, they become harder to discern. Tola challenges listeners to make a decision to obey God the first time.
God Doesn’t Always Repeat Himself
If you wait for the conditions to feel perfect or for another prophecy, you may miss the moment. Don’t let your hesitation rob you of God’s timing. Obedience positions you for divine encounters, clarity, and confirmation.
Are you waiting for another sign when God has already spoken?
Have you become dependent on confirmation before taking action?
Is your disobedience making God’s voice harder to recognize?
Are you willing to obey even when it’s uncomfortable or uncertain?
God wants you to trust Him, not just the signs.
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In this episode of Daily Devotionals for Nurses, Tola continues walking through Judges 6 and shares what it means to obey God even when you feel unqualified or uncertain.
Tola reminds us that many nurses feel the same way when God places a calling on their hearts. They remember past disobedience, failures, or the weight of their circumstances and wonder, “Could God really use me?” This episode challenges that narrative and encourages you to lean on God for strength, not on your own perceived capacity.
Tola also shares her own story of obedience. From launching the Year of the Nurse of Faith to leading summer school sessions for nurses, she shows how one yes leads to more clarity, new instructions, and provision. Even when things felt heavy or uncertain, God met her with grace and new opportunities.
Gideon asked for a sign. Today, you have something even better. You have the Holy Spirit. The Spirit of truth is available to guide, comfort, and instruct you every step of the way.
Judges 6:15–17
“‘Oh my Lord, how can I save Israel? Indeed my clan is the weakest… and I am the least…’”
“‘If now I have found favor in Your sight, then show me a sign…’”
John 16:7, 13
“It is to your advantage that I go away… when the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth…”
Obedience Despite Insecurity
Gideon felt unqualified, but he obeyed. The call of God is not based on your past. It is based on His purpose.
Your Yes Unlocks the Next Step
Tola shares how one act of obedience led to more clarity, direction, and even income. When you say yes to God, He meets you with more than enough.
Talk to God About the Resistance
When obedience feels hard, talk to God. Tell Him what you are experiencing. He already knows, and He wants to guide you through it.
The Holy Spirit is Your Helper
Unlike Gideon who needed a sign, you have the Holy Spirit. You are not alone in your calling. The Spirit of truth walks with you and speaks what the Father is saying.
Vulnerability Creates Breakthrough
When you open up about your struggle, others are freed to do the same. Healing comes when the truth is shared.
Are you allowing insecurity or past failure to stop you from saying yes to God?
Do you talk to the Holy Spirit regularly for guidance and help?
What step of obedience is God asking you to take next?
Are you willing to share your journey so others can be healed too?
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You are invited to Worship Nights for Nurses on August 31 at 6 PM EST in Atlanta, GA.
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In this episode of Daily Devotionals for Nurses, Tola continues the study of Judges 6 and explores the powerful response of God to Gideon’s doubts. After expressing his pain and questions in the last episode, Gideon hears a direct instruction from God: “Go in this might of yours… Have I not sent you?” (Judges 6:14).
Rather than focus on the past or offer explanations, God commissions Gideon forward. But Gideon immediately responds with insecurity: “How can I save Israel? My clan is the weakest… and I am the least.” Despite the angel calling him a mighty man of valor, Gideon cannot see beyond his own history and self-perception.
This episode dives into what it looks like when a person continues to see themselves through the lens of past pain, perceived weakness, or false humility. Tola challenges nurses and believers alike to stop disqualifying themselves from what God has assigned, simply because of how they feel or how others have labeled them.
It is possible to walk with God and still carry unspoken insecurity. But it is not necessary to stay there.
Judges 6:14–16
“Go in this might of yours… Have I not sent you?”
“O my Lord, how can I save Israel? Indeed, my clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father’s house.”
Isaiah 40:29
“He gives power to the weak, and to those who have no might He increases strength.”
God Does Not Rehearse Your Past
When Gideon asked, “Where are the miracles?” God didn’t start explaining. He gave an instruction. He called Gideon into purpose without rehearsing his mistakes or his nation’s history.
Perceived Weakness Does Not Cancel Divine Assignment
Gideon felt like the least and the weakest. Yet God still sent him. Self-doubt is not a reason for God to change His mind. It is an opportunity for you to change how you see yourself.
Stop Living in the Old Version of You
Many people are still living according to the person they were years ago. That older version may have been timid, afraid, or overlooked. But growth in God requires shedding that identity and stepping into the person God has matured over time.
God Is Not Looking for the Strongest, Just the Obedient
It was not Gideon’s strength that qualified him. It was God’s sending. The Lord gives strength to the weak and multiplies power to those with none. You do not have to be perfect to be chosen.
False Humility Is a Trap
Saying “I’m not enough” may sound humble, but when God has called and anointed you, that mindset becomes disobedience. Do not allow insecurity to rob you of assignment.
Are you still seeing yourself through an old lens God has already outgrown?
What excuse have you been using to delay your assignment?
Have you been waiting to feel strong instead of stepping out in obedience?
Have you prayed, “Lord, help me see myself the way You see me”?
There is power available for the one who feels weak. There is strength for the one who feels overlooked. God is still sending, still anointing, still speaking. The only question is, will you go?
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In this episode of Daily Devotionals for Nurses, Tola continues the powerful walk through Judges 6, focusing on Gideon’s initial conversation with the angel of the Lord. When Gideon hears the words, “The Lord is with you, mighty man of valor,” his immediate response is honest and raw: “If the Lord is with us, why has all this happened?”
This moment gives voice to a question many believers silently carry: Where is God in the hardship? Where are the miracles we’ve heard about?
Tola invites us to explore what it means to come to God not with a rehearsed performance, but with true, heartfelt honesty. Just as Gideon didn’t sugarcoat his pain or questions, we too are invited to approach God as a loving Father. We can bring our hurts, doubts, and frustrations into real conversation with Him.
Key Scripture
Judges 6:12–13
“The Lord is with you, you mighty man of valor… If the Lord is with us, why has all this happened to us?”
Call Yourself What God Calls You
Do not allow your situation to define you. Like Gideon, choose to speak God’s word over your life: faithful, fruitful, crowned with glory, and deeply loved.
Approaching God Honestly
Gideon’s courage to question did not disqualify him. This episode teaches that honesty is not rebellion, it is relationship.
The Weight of Consequences
Sometimes we are living in the consequences of a broader context. It may not be your fault, but God still sees you and calls you by name.
Let Go of Pretend Honor
Some believers avoid real honesty with God in the name of reverence. But false humility and emotional suppression will not heal your heart. Real healing starts when you say, “God, I don’t understand. Help me.”
God Can Handle Your Questions
Whether you are serving God in the middle of broken systems or carrying the weight of unanswered prayers, you can bring it all to Him. He is not offended by your need for answers. He is your Father.
Have you been pretending everything is fine while hiding deep disappointment with God?
Are you willing to talk to God today as a Father who listens and cares, even when you do not understand?
Do you need to release resentment that is quietly holding you back?
God is not intimidated by your honesty. Like Gideon, your questions will not disqualify you from being used. They might just be the beginning of your calling.
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In this episode of Daily Devotionals for Nurses, Tola continues our study in Judges 6, focusing on Gideon’s encounter with the angel of the Lord. Gideon was threshing wheat in a winepress. He was working in an unexpected place during a time of oppression when the angel appeared and called him a “mighty man of valor.”
Tola points out that the angel didn’t address Gideon by his current situation or limitations. He didn’t call him “a man hiding from the Midianites” or “an oppressed Israelite.” Instead, he spoke to Gideon’s God-given identity and destiny. This was both a declaration of truth and a prophetic word about who Gideon already was in God’s eyes.
The same is true for us. Our present circumstances, challenges, or feelings do not define who we are. Whether you’re facing obstacles in leadership, waiting for a breakthrough, or navigating a difficult season, God’s Word has already named and defined you. You are who He says you are, no matter what you see in the natural.
Tola encourages listeners to speak God’s truth over themselves daily, using Scripture as both affirmation and prophecy. Passages like Psalm 8:5, which says we are crowned with glory and honor, remind us of our royal identity in Christ. When you know who you are, you won’t exchange your crown for anything less than God’s best.
Key Scriptures: Judges 6:12, Psalm 8:5, Psalm 103
Listen & Be Encouraged
Join Tola in this episode to be reminded of your identity in Christ. Learn how to align your self-image with God’s view of you, and how to speak life and truth over your situation no matter the circumstances.
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In this episode of Daily Devotionals for Nurses, Tola reminds us that we don’t have to wait for everything to be “just right” before we step out and act. Looking at Judges 6, we see Gideon threshing wheat in the winepress, not sitting idly or waiting for the perfect moment, but working with what he had, right where he was.
Tola shares how our daily actions speak louder than our words about what we truly believe. Nurses of Faith was created for this very reason to help us move beyond head knowledge and into an active, visible faith that shows up in how we live, serve, and lead.
Drawing from Proverbs 8:12, we are reminded that God gives us the knowledge of witty inventions, creative, God-given solutions for seemingly impossible situations. Just like Gideon, we can pray for wisdom and innovation, trusting that God will give us fresh strategies to move forward.
Tola also makes a powerful connection to Newton’s first law of motion: objects in motion tend to stay in motion. When we’re actively seeking growth, looking for ways to serve, and moving forward, it’s easier for God to redirect us. But when we remain still, stuck, or unwilling to move, it often takes much more effort to respond to His call.
The message is clear: start moving. Even if the steps are small, even if the situation feels hidden or imperfect , like Gideon keep working, keep believing, and keep showing up. God often chooses those already in motion to carry out His plans.
Key Scripture: Judges 6, Proverbs 8:12
Listen & Be Encouraged
Join Tola for this empowering episode and be reminded that help is on the way. Don’t wait for ideal circumstances, start where you are, with what you have, and trust God to meet you there.
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In this episode of Daily Devotionals for Nurses, Tola continues the study of Judges 6, exploring the powerful encounter between Gideon and the angel of the Lord. After the Israelites cried out to God for deliverance from Midianite oppression, God sent a prophet with a word before the breakthrough and then called Gideon as part of the answer to their prayers.
We meet Gideon threshing wheat in a wine press, an unusual place for such work, but a strategic move to hide his harvest from the enemy. His ingenuity and determination reveal a critical lesson: even in less-than-ideal circumstances, we can continue to work faithfully and show up with excellence.
Tola draws a parallel between Gideon’s actions and our own responses to imperfect situations, whether at work, in leadership, financially, or in personal life. She challenges believers not to wait for perfection before taking action, but to keep working with the grace and strength God provides. Our words, attitudes, and actions in seasons of difficulty reflect the depth of our faith.
If we claim to believe in a God who rescues, we must act like it, living in a way that demonstrates trust in His power, even when conditions are far from perfect.
Key Scripture:
Judges 6:11–12 – “Now the angel of the Lord came and sat under the terebinth tree which was in Ophrah, which belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, while his son Gideon threshed wheat in the winepress, in order to hide it from the Midianites. And the angel of the Lord appeared to him, and said to him, ‘The Lord is with you, you mighty man of valor!’”
Key Points:
Faith in Action: Gideon was working and finding ways to survive even before his calling was revealed.
Excellence in Imperfection: Your character is revealed in how you show up when conditions aren’t ideal.
Kingdom Mindset: Live and act as though you believe God will deliver you, let your actions align with your faith.
Practical Application: Stop waiting for perfect conditions before stepping into what God has called you to do.
Reflection Questions:
How do you respond in less-than-ideal circumstances?
Are your words, attitudes, and actions consistent with your faith in God?
In what ways can you demonstrate excellence today, even if your environment is imperfect?
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In this episode of Daily Devotionals for Nurses, Tola continues the journey through Judges 6, focusing on what happens after God’s people cry out for help. We see that before the breakthrough came, God first sent a word through a prophet. This word reminded Israel of who God is, what He had done for them, and reassured them not to be afraid.
Tola emphasizes the importance of remembering God’s faithfulness, both in your personal life and in Scripture. One of the most practical ways to do this is by recording His works through journaling or voice notes. Writing down answered prayers, miracles, and seasons of God’s help not only keeps your gratitude alive but also strengthens your faith when you face new challenges.
She encourages listeners to reflect on times when God rescued them, even in moments when they were undeserving. Like Israel, we may be tempted to forget His goodness when we are in need again, but recalling His past faithfulness builds confidence in His future deliverance.
This episode is both a reminder and an invitation: after repentance and crying out to God, set your focus on what He will do next. Expect His help, be open to His instructions, and trust that He hears you, even if His answer comes in an unexpected form.
Key Scriptures:
Judges 6:8–10 – God sends a prophet to remind Israel of His deliverance and instruct them not to fear.
Key Points:
Journaling and recording testimonies help you remember God’s past faithfulness.
God often sends a word before the breakthrough.
Remembering who God is builds faith for what is to come.
The first step after crying out is to look forward with expectation.
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In this episode of Daily Devotionals for Nurses, Tola continues the journey through Judges 6 and reveals a powerful truth: sometimes, before God brings your breakthrough, He sends you a word.
After the children of Israel cried out to God in their oppression, the Lord sent them a prophet, not immediately to change their situation, but to remind them of His past faithfulness and deliverance. This “word before the breakthrough” was meant to stir their faith, renew their gratitude, and realign their hearts before the victory came.
Tola challenges listeners to keep a record of God’s faithfulness through journals, notes, or even voice recordings, because it is human nature to forget. Forgetfulness can lead to resentment, disobedience, and discouragement. But remembering God’s past goodness fuels gratitude, strengthens faith, and prepares us to receive what He has next.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why God sometimes sends a reminder before sending the breakthrough.
How gratitude protects you from resentment and spiritual forgetfulness.
The importance of keeping a record of God’s miracles, answers, and deliverance.
How remembering God’s past work builds faith for today’s challenges.
Key Scripture: Judges 6:8-9 – God sent a prophet to remind Israel of His deliverance from Egypt and all who oppressed them.
Reflection Questions:
When was the last time you stopped to recall what God has already done for you?
What could you put in place today to record His faithfulness and guard against forgetfulness?
Is there a situation in your life right now where you need to remember His past victories before you see the breakthrough?
Key Reminder:
Your cry to God is a weapon—but so is your remembrance. Before the answer comes, God may give you a word to strengthen you for what’s ahead.
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In this episode of Daily Devotionals for Nurses, Tola continues the journey through Judges 6, moving from the consequences of disobedience to the powerful moment when Israel cried out to the Lord. After experiencing deep poverty and oppression at the hands of the Midianites and other enemies, the nation collectively turned their voices toward God—and He answered.
Tola emphasizes that revival must be built on the right foundation. It is not enough to want change; we must repent and turn from the disobedience that opened the door in the first place. She reminds listeners that crying out to God is not a sign of weakness but a spiritual weapon that acknowledges His sovereignty over every circumstance.
This episode challenges you to not only repent and seek God for yourself but also to intercede on behalf of your family, community, and nation. Whether the struggle you face is the result of personal choices, national disobedience, or leadership decisions beyond your control, there is always power in lifting your voice to the Lord.
Key Scriptures:
Judges 6:6-7 – “The children of Israel cried out to the Lord… and the Lord sent a prophet to the children of Israel.”
Key Points:
Revival requires the right foundation. Do not rebuild on old patterns of sin or disobedience.
Crying out to God is a spiritual weapon that invites His intervention.
Personal repentance is important, but collective repentance can shift nations.
God responds to the cries of His people with direction, deliverance, and hope.
Avoid the trap of self-pity; it solves nothing and keeps you stuck.
Reflection Questions:
Are there areas in your life where you’ve been silent instead of crying out to God?
How can you incorporate both personal and corporate prayer for repentance in your daily walk?
Do you truly believe that God hears and responds when you call on Him?
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