WHAT REALLY MOVES ME

BY ELIZABETH MATA

Wanting to live a happy life, be a successful parent, make progress in a career, is normal. But how can you be sure that it's leading to more stability or security?

I've had to confront and reconsider my own motives many times, weeding out wrong motives and making sure I'm starting from the right premise. On one occasion I was having some difficulty moving because of pain in my hip, pain that was keeping me awake at night and out of work during the day.

In my capacity as a Christian Science nurse, I make a living by helping others with personal care that often includes lifting and mobility. The desire to support healing and see people progress has always been the motive in doing this work. Although I'm accustomed to relying on God for my needs, I was overwhelmed by the thought of not being able to work at a time when I had major expenses pending.