It is always preferable to approach God for the fulfillment of wants,
rather than cringe before men, who themselves are but tools in the
hands of God. In His own silent way, God will transform the mind
and turn it towards Sadhana (Spiritual Practice) and
successful spiritual pilgrimage. He cannot and will not allow
His children to lose their way and suffer in the jungle. When
you approach God and seek His help and guidance, you have taken the
first step to save yourself. You are then led to accept His Will
as your own. Thus, you achieve Shanthi (Absolute Peace)
.
- Divine Discourse,
April 4, 1975.