Everyone is eager to get happiness, and when there is a prospect of earning happiness that lasts, they jump at the idea; soon they are tired of the effort. They seek shortcuts, lean on others to carry their weight and aspire for much fruit in return for little cultivation. Rigorous discipline and steady faith are absolutely necessary for success in the spiritual struggle. Simply listening to or delivering discourses will not be of any use. One must control the senses which drag the mind towards the attractions of the external world. God pays heed to every devotee.

- Divine Discourse, Aug 19, 1965.

Practice to see the hand of God in everything that happens. 
God acts as the friend, teacher, guide and guardian of every devotee. - Baba