I don’t want your devotion; I only want your transformation. You should understand that the purpose of this human body is to serve others (Paropakarartham Idam Shariram). Involve yourself in such activities which will benefit others and give them happiness. Resolve to tread the path of service. Scriptures teach that neither by penance nor by pilgrimage nor by study of scriptures nor by devotion can one cross the ocean of life. You can achieve liberation only by serving the pious. The path of service is superior to all other spiritual practices like japa, dhyana and yoga. Only through service can you please God. Some people indulge in meaningless activities in the name of devotion and waste their time. True devotion lies in performing actions that will sanctify time. I am not asking you to serve the whole world in a big way. It is enough if you keep God in your heart and serve as your capacity permits you with love.

- Divine Discourse, Apr 14, 2001.