GOD’S LOVE (68)

 

How mysterious and wondrous it is.

     All our prayers are answered

     When our requests are right, virtuous and sincere.

The true power to save the world rests with God.

     Let us pray – deeply pray

     To the Great God of Light. (Nidai-sama)

Some things that seem good,

     Even right, through human eyes,

     May not be so in the sight of God.

     Let us remain humble and discreet.

 

People often fervently pray to God to save their lives or

cure their illnesses. God’s reply may be to remind them that

such fervent and urgent prayer, done repeatedly, implies

they don’t have much trust in Him. God’s blessings aren’t

dependent on the performance, or frequency, of one’s acts

of supplication or faithful affirmation. He knows we are

dependent on Him, and He will take care of us.

God’s love for humanity is so great and so profound that

people can receive limitless blessings and protection as long

as they open themselves up to receiving such blessings.

When people put enough trust in God and leave the

matter in God’s hands, God never fails to help them. If we

detach ourselves from undue ego, worries and attachment,

and leave the outcome to God, it is easier for God to extend

a helping hand.

Since God is all powerful and omnipotent, God can do

anything. But if a person isn’t in a condition to receive God’s

help, there is little God can do. If someone wants to receive

it, that person only needs to become worthy of God’s help

through a change in faith, attitude and behavior.

 

Collection of Teachings vol. 23 – June 27, 1953