Dosimeter

Dosimeters measure an individual's exposure to hazardous materials in the environment. Employees who work near radiation are required to wear these small clip-on detectors that keep track of their cumulative exposure to toxins over long periods of time.  

I wish there were a similar device that measured our cumulative exposure to toxic people. Wouldn’t it be nice if we had a little clip-on tracker that alerted us when we’ve reached unhealthy levels of negativity? 

I think most of us have an internal monitor that lets us know when we have reached dangerous limits. We feel mentally imbalanced, exhausted, and incapacitated. When we sense these symptoms coming on, it’s time to remove ourselves from the source of toxicity, if at all possible. Sometimes the toxin is within ourselves or a close loved one. In these instances, we might only be able to get away for a few breaths of fresh air.

There are a few temporary methods that may counteract the effects of these hazardous individuals. Find a few people that can help you detoxify. I have a few friends that play the role of a ‘Biohazard Response Team’. When I call on them, they immediately respond with prayer and cleansing advice. They have to protect themselves or they could also get contaminated while ministering to me.

Ultimately, only God can completely restore and purify us.

“For God is not an indifferent bystander. He’s actively cleaning house, torching all that needs to burn, and he won’t quit until it’s all cleansed.” (Heb. 12:28-29 MSG)

“It’s the same with Jesus. He was crucified outside the city gates—that is where he poured out the sacrificial blood that was brought to God’s altar to cleanse his people.” (Heb. 13:10-12 MSG)

So we call on Jesus, who is aware of the cumulative impact of every hazard and is responsible for our purification.