One day another car ran a red light and collided with my car, causing a rollover that appeared fatal to onlookers. Despite the frightening appearance of things, I reached out to God for help. As the car rolled, one idea was especially helpful: "God is my Life; there is no place else to go." Mary Baker Eddy explained the power of such a recognition when she wrote, "The admission to one's self that man is God's own likeness sets man free to master the infinite idea. This conviction shuts the door on death, and opens it wide towards immortality" (Science and Health, p. 90).
The understanding that I could never be separated from God filled me with a tangible sense of His presence and love, which enabled me to remain calm and continue praying in spite of the fact that I was trapped inside my vehicle. Sure of God's unchanging love, I knew I was safe.
An anonymous bystander and emergency personnel arrived to help, and there was a great deal of commotion and fear among those at the scene. I was deeply touched by their unselfishness and concern. I assured those working to extract me from the car that I was all right, and thanked them for their help. I asked about the other driver and learned that she was fine. My confidence in God's love for both of us left me with no desire to blame her; I was grateful she was unharmed.
