There are two ways of accosting God. One is in the manner of the beginner, of the devotee who is still in the elementary stage. He praises, "Lord! You are the embodiment of mercy, you are Ananda-swarupa (embodiment of divine bliss), you are All-powerful," and hopes thereby to win God's Grace. But the dearer the devotee holds God, the more this distance disappears. It is just as when an acquaintance visits you, you welcome him with a handshake and smiles which are largely artificial. But when an old friend drops in, you receive him with an informal hello and show him a seat with a twinkle in your eye and warmth in your heart. In the flood of formal praise, love is mostly absent. As it happens, in dealing with the personal God, love is the preeminent requisite. Therefore, have faith, have patience and do acts of love and service. Love will be rewarded with Love a thousand-fold.
Bagavan Sri Sri Sri Sathya Sai Baba
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