Conversation With Sai Baba

My life is My Message

Om Sri Sai Ram

“This series of dialogues with Baba, published in the magazine originally in Telugu, unravels the mysteries of spiritual truth and lovingly removes the mist that hides the vision of aspirants. Perused with care and faith, these dialogues are bound to clarify, reinforce and convince. May the perusal lead you nearer and nearer the goal.” N. Kasturi,

Bhaktha: Swami, can we ask you freely about any topic concerning the spiritual path, which we do not know?

Swami: Certainly. What is the objection? Why this doubt? What am I here for? Is it not for explaining to you things you do not know? You can ask me without any fear or hesitation. I am always ready to answer; only, I want earnest inquiry with a desire to know.

Bhaktha: But some elders say it is wrong to vex the Guru with questions. Are they right, Swami?

Swami: That is not correct. Whom else can the disciple approach? Since the Guru is everything to him, it is best that he consults him in all matters and then acts.

Bhaktha: Some say that we should reverentially carry out whatever the elders ask us to do without raising any objections. Is that your command also?

Swami: Until you develop full faith in them and know that their words are valid, it will be difficult for you to carry out their orders reverentially. So, until then, it won’t be wrong to ask them the significance and the validity of their orders, so that you may be convinced.

Bhaktha: Swami, whom are we to believe, whom are we to discard? The world is so full of deceit. When those, whom we believed are good, themselves turn out to be bad, how can faith grow?

Swami: Well, My boy! Where is the need for you in this world or any world to grow faith in others? Believe in yourself, first. Then believe in the Lord, Paramatma. When you have faith in these two, neither the good nor the bad will affect you.

Bhaktha: Swami, faith in the Lord too diminishes sometimes. What is the reason for that?

Swami: When one is deluded by the mere external world and when one does not attain success in such external desires, faith in the Lord diminishes. So, give up such desires. Desire only for the spiritual relationship; then you won’t become the target of doubts and difficulties. The important thing for this is faith in the Lord; without that, you start doubting everything, big and small.

Bhaktha: Until we understand the reality of Paramatma, it is important, they say, to be in the company of the great and the good and also to have a Guru. Are these necessary?

Swami: Of course, the company of the great and the good is necessary. To make that reality known to you, a Guru too is important. But, in this matter, you should be very careful. Genuine Gurus are scarce these days. Cheats have multiplied and teachers have retreated into solitude, in order to realise themselves undisturbed. There are many genuine Gurus but they cannot be secured easily. Even if you get them, you must thank your destiny if they vouchsafe to you more that one single Sadvakya; they won’t spend time telling you all kinds of stories! There should be no hurry in the search for a Guru.

Bhaktha: Then, what in the world is the path?

Swami: Why, it is just for this that we have the Veda, Sastra, Purana and Ithihasa. Study them; adhere to the path they teach and gather the experience; understand their meaning and the trend of their message from Pundits; follow them in practice; meditate on the Paramatma as the Guru and as God; then, those books themselves will help you as your Guru. For, what is a Guru? The Guru is that through which your mind gets fixed on God. If you consider Paramatma as the Guru and do Sadhana with unshakable love, the Lord Himself will appear before you and give Upadesa just as a Guru. Or, He may so bless you that as a result of the Sadhana, you may meet a Sadguru.

Bhaktha: But, nowadays, some great big persons are granting Upadesa to all who ask; are these not Sadgurus, Swami?

Swami: I won’t say they are or they are not. I declare only this: It is not the sign of a Sadguru to grant Upadesa to any and every person who comes to him with praise, without considering the past and the future, without discovering the qualifications of the pupil and testing whether he is fit.

Bhaktha: Then Swami, I have committed a blunder! When one great person arrived at our village, and when all were receiving Upadesa from him, I too went and prostrated before him and asked him for it. He granted me a good Upadesa; I repeated the Manthra for some time, but, soon, I came to know that the great person was a cheat. Since that day, I lost faith in the name he gave me; I gave up Manthra. Was this wrong? Or, am I right?

Swami: Do you doubt the right and wrong of this? It is very wrong. Just as the Guru, as I told you now, examines the qualifications of the disciple, the disciple too has to critically examine the credentials of the Guru before receiving Upadesa. Your first mistake was that you did not pay attention to this but hastily accepted Upadesa. Well, even if the Guru gave it without the necessary qualification, why did you break your vow and stop repeating the name? That is the second mistake: casting the fault of another on the sacred name of God. Before receiving Upadesa, you should have taken time and known his genuineness and enveloped faith in him. Then, when the desire to accept him as Guru emerged, you should have received the Upadesa. But, once you accept, you must repeat it, whatever the difficulty; you should not give it up. Otherwise, you commit the wrong of accepting without deliberation and rejecting without deliberation. That wrong will be on your head. You should accept a name when you are still afflicted by doubt or a name which you do not prefer. Having accepted, you should not give it up.

My life is My Message – Path of Divine Living

In spiritual life, words are powerful, but actions are even more powerful. A person may speak about love, kindness, peace, and truth, but the real value of these words appears only when they are reflected in daily behavior. My life is My Message is a beautiful spiritual thought that teaches us to live in such a way that our actions become our greatest teaching.

Many great souls have shown that true spirituality is not limited to speeches, books, or rituals. It is seen in how a person treats others, how they respond to difficulties, and how they serve society. My life is My Message reminds devotees that every action, every word, and every choice can become a reflection of inner values.

In today’s world, people often focus on outer success. They want name, fame, money, comfort, and recognition. But spiritual wisdom teaches that real success is found in character. A person with a pure heart, helpful nature, and peaceful mind leaves a deeper impact than someone who only has material achievements. Life becomes meaningful when it inspires others toward goodness.

This message also teaches honesty. If a person speaks about truth but lives with dishonesty, their words lose power. If someone talks about kindness but behaves with anger and ego, their message becomes weak. My life is My Message encourages people to make their life an example of what they believe. When thoughts, words, and actions become one, a person develops true strength.

Service is one of the most important parts of divine living. Helping others without expecting anything in return is a beautiful form of worship. Feeding the hungry, supporting the poor, comforting someone in pain, respecting elders, and speaking kindly are simple but powerful actions. Such service shows that devotion is not only performed in temples; it is also practiced through compassion.

Faith becomes stronger when it is lived every day. Prayer and meditation are important, but they should also change our behavior. A person who prays sincerely should become more patient, forgiving, and humble. My life is My Message teaches that devotion should not remain only on the lips; it should become visible in conduct.

This thought is especially important for families. Children learn more from what they see than from what they are told. If parents teach respect but do not show respect, children become confused. If elders live with discipline, gratitude, and kindness, the younger generation naturally learns these values. A good life silently becomes a strong lesson for others.

The message also applies to society. Every person has the power to influence the world around them. A kind neighbor, an honest worker, a peaceful leader, or a helpful friend can create positive change. One good example can inspire many hearts. My life is My Message reminds us that we do not need to be famous to make a difference; we only need to live with sincerity.

In difficult times, this teaching becomes even more meaningful. Anyone can speak about patience when life is easy, but real patience is shown during struggle. Anyone can talk about faith when everything is going well, but true faith is tested during pain and uncertainty. A spiritually strong person faces challenges with courage, trust, and calmness.

Humility is another deep lesson in this message. When people achieve success, they may become proud and forget the source of their blessings. But a humble person remembers that life, talent, and opportunity are gifts. Humility makes a person gentle, grateful, and open to learning. It keeps the heart connected with divine grace.

For young people, this spiritual idea gives clear direction. Modern life brings pressure, comparison, and distraction. Many youth try to impress others through appearance, status, or social media. But real respect comes from good character. My life is My Message encourages young minds to build a life based on truth, discipline, kindness, and self-confidence.

This message also brings peace to the mind. When a person lives with honesty and good intention, there is less fear and guilt. The heart feels lighter because there is no need to pretend. A simple, truthful, and compassionate life creates inner happiness. This peace cannot be bought; it is earned through right living.

Spirituality is not about leaving the world. It is about living in the world with higher values. A person can work, study, care for family, and fulfill responsibilities while staying connected with divine principles. Every duty can become sacred when it is done with love, honesty, and dedication.

In conclusion, My life is My Message is a powerful reminder that life itself should become a living example of love, truth, peace, and service. It teaches that actions speak louder than words and that real devotion is shown through daily conduct. By living with compassion, humility, honesty, and faith, a person can inspire others and experience deep spiritual fulfillment.