What Drives You?

Isaiah 49:1-6
Psalm 139:1-3, 13-5
Acts 13:22-26
Luke 1:57-66, 80

“What, then, will this child be?” - Luke 1:66

This is a true story. A young medical intern had the opportunity to observe an actual appendectomy procedure. This was performed by a doctor-surgeon who had been in the medical profession for a long time. After the surgery, the intern quizzically asked the doctor, “Doc, how come you removed the patient’s appendix when it didn’t look inflamed? It seems to me that this is not a case of appendicitis.” Not bothered by her question, the doctor replied, “You’re still very young and don’t know a lot of things. You need to learn the ropes regarding how to earn money in order for you to survive in this profession.

When we were little children, we had our dreams of becoming somebody, someday. We dreamt of becoming doctors, nurses, lawyers, accountants, teachers, policemen and even the President of the Philippines. Some made their dreams come true. Others may have taken a different path but still became successful in their chosen fields.

Whatever we have become, the question still remains. Are we living up to our names and titles in our respective professions? Have we been faithful to our duties and our missions? Do we strive to be the exception rather than the norm? What drives you? Only you and God know the answer. Judith C.

Reflection: Are your inner drives in tune with the Lord’s drive for you?

May I always remain true to Your calling for me.

St. John the Baptist, martyr, pray for us.