How can you attain Gods grace? Here is a small example. You toiled hard, earned money and deposited it in the bank for safety and security. No doubt that the money belongs to you, but the bank manager will not give it to you on your mere asking for it. There are certain rules and regulations for the withdrawal of the money from the bank. You can withdraw only when you sign the cheque and surrender it to the Bank Manager. Likewise, you have deposited the ‘money’ of meritorious deeds with God, the Divine Bank Manager. Affix the signature of love on the cheque of sacrifice and surrender it to Him. Only then will He confer the wealth of grace on you. This is the royal path to attain peace and purity; It will lead you ultimately to nirvana.

-Sathya Sai Speaks, Vol.XXXIV, P.125.