Why should we persist in our spiritual efforts until we are successful? Bhagawan explains and showers us with His encouraging words today.

It is indeed tragic to witness the downfall of the child of immortality, struggling in despair and distress. If only everyone examines these: “What are my qualifications? What is my position?” They can soon realise their downfall. Will a tiger, however hungry, eat popcorn or monkey nuts? Aim at the goal which your lineage entitles you; how can a parrot taste the sweetness of the mango if it pecks at the fruit of the cotton tree? Let your effort be in keeping with the dignity of the goal! Never slacken effort, whatever be the obstacle, however long the journey! Remember, the goal will be near you faster than the pace with which you are near the goal! God is as eager to save you as you are to be saved! God is prema. He is karuna (love and compassion) for all who flounder on the road! He is called Bhakta-abheesta-prada (He who grants the desires of His every devotee).