God's Blueprint for Excellenceনমুনা

Day 7

Cherish Life

Ancient law 6 – “You shall not murder.”

Let’s talk about something we often take for granted—life itself. I’ve learned, sometimes the hard way, that cherishing life means taking care of the body, mind, and spirit God gave us. Years ago, working in the cemetery industry, I saw too many folks leave this world before their time, and it hit me: we make choices every day that either extend life or cut it short. 3 John 1:2 prays for our health and soul to flourish, and that starts with discipline—eating right, moving our bodies, and guarding our minds from toxic thoughts or distractions like what I call “visual lies” that can numb our spirits.

Excellence isn’t just about what you achieve; it’s about how you live. My daughter, a PA (Physicians Assistant) in functional medicine, opened my eyes to the toxins in our food—stuff we’d never guess from a label. It’s made me rethink what I put in my body and how I protect my mind from negative noise or fear. Try this: pick one healthy choice today, like a walk or a kind word to yourself, and nurture your soul with a moment of prayer or gratitude. Life’s a gift—cherish it by making choices that help you and those around you thrive.

Action Step
Choose one way to cherish your life today—maybe swap a fast-food meal for something fresh, take a 10-minute walk, or pause to pray and refocus your mind. Write down how this small choice makes you feel more alive.

Prayer
Lord, thank You for the gift of life. Help me cherish my body, mind, and spirit with wise choices and discipline. Show me how to guard my thoughts and nurture my soul, so I can live fully for You and lift up those around me. Amen.