“That is My job; I will do that”

“That is My job – I will do that”

”On September 29, 1961, Shankara and myself went to Puttaparthi. My mind was in turmoil. We had lost a case pertaining to some property in a prime location in Mysore city, in a lower court, which meant a huge financial loss to us. I rushed to my mother who had put up in the old mandir and apprised her of our predicament. Her reaction was predictably calm. With faith in Swami, which did not falter ever for a moment, she said, “We may be at an apparent loss, but Swami does everything for our good.”

We waited near the Interview Room to have darshan. Bhajan was in progress. Many were in the verandah for the interview. After quite some time, Swami came out. Seeing us, Swami told all the old devotees, ‘Go and attend the bhajan. I will have to see the new comers now. You can do only Padanamaskar now.” We did Padanamaskar and went to the bhajans.

On the next day, we waited near the Interview Room before commencement of bhajans. Swami called us. We went in. Both of us did Padanamaskar. He asked, “What happened?” I said, “Swami, we lost,” and gave Him the details. Swami asked us to appeal to the higher court. I said that it would cost more and we could not afford that much money.

Swami placed His hand on my head and said, “Swami is there. He will look after everything.” Later, He recited a sloka and said, “Do you know what Lakshmana prayed Rama? He prayed, ‘Rama, just as You use Adisesha as Your bed in Your manifestation as Vishnu, please keep me in Your proximity forever. Did he lack anything – wealth, kingdom, parents and wife? Still he left all those things and asked for Rama’s proximity. Similarly, you must yearn for Him alone. You will somehow, be carried through all other tribulations.”

I said, “Swami, always keep us in Your mind. Shall we try again, Swami? It either makes or mars our future security.” Swami advised us to appeal in the higher court. All of us did Padanamaskar and left.

We appealed in the higher court and lost again. Out grief knew no bounds. Terribly shaken, we came to Puttaparthi again. The next day was Monday and we sat outside the Interview Room.  After calling a few persons, Swami called us. We had gone there only to do Padanamaskar, but had the good chance of talking to Him. Swami came towards me and said, “Money, money, worries about money. Do you know what you should worry about? You should worry that you have not yet realised God.”

I said, “Swami, I too worry about it.” Swami said, “Then why worry about this so much? As long as the purse was with you, you had to worry about it. Now that you have given it to Me, it is My duty to look after you. Should you worry still?” I said, “We should not, Swami. We worry about repaying all the accumulated debts. We just do not see any way out.”

Swami explained, “You are afraid because your faith in Me has reduced. If you had complete faith in Me, you would not have developed fear. Do you know what is atmarpana? Whatever may happen, you should relentlessly follow Him. He will do something or the other for you. He will somehow make everything all right. He (pointing Himself) can do anything. What did Ramadasa and others do? Only this much, isn’t it? Whatever punishment they underwent, they were relentlessly thinking of Rama.”

I said, “Even Ramadasa and others found fault with You when they had to go through unbearable adversities. What of lesser mortals like us, Swami? You are aware of the huge loss we sustained in the court case which was decided against us.” Swami, hearing this laughed loudly.

I asked, Swami, if You are really present in our hearts, how do we get such problems and worries?” He said, “Why? Didn’t Ramadasa and others face similar problems?” I said, “Swami, they could have committed some mistakes when You were not present in their hearts. We are sure we have not done anything wrong to deserve this fate.” Swami said, “When you take this human form, committing some mistakes is inevitable. But you should not think of those. Think of Him always.”

That is My job – I will do that – A Sacred Assurance Of Divine Care And Protection

That is My job – I will do that is a beautiful spiritual assurance that fills the devotee’s heart with faith, courage, and peace. When the Divine gives such a promise, it reminds us that we are not alone in the journey of life. Human beings may feel weak, confused, and burdened, but God knows how to guide, protect, and uplift each soul at the right time.

Many people carry worries that are too heavy for the mind. They worry about family, health, future, duty, money, relationships, and unseen dangers. Effort is necessary, but worry does not solve everything. Spiritual wisdom teaches us to do our duty sincerely and leave the final result in the hands of God.

That is My job – I will do that teaches that divine responsibility is greater than human understanding. A child may not understand how the mother protects, feeds, and guides him, yet the mother knows what is needed. In the same way, the Lord sees beyond our limited vision and silently arranges what is best for our growth.

Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba often reminded devotees that God is always with them, within them, around them, above them, and below them. This assurance is not merely a comforting sentence; it is a living truth for the heart that trusts Him. When faith becomes deep, fear slowly loses its strength.

That is My job – I will do that becomes meaningful when we understand the balance between effort and surrender. God does not ask us to become lazy or careless. We must perform our duties honestly, speak truthfully, act lovingly, and make wise choices. After sincere effort, surrender gives peace to the heart.

Sometimes divine help comes in ways we expect. A problem may be solved, a danger may pass, a person may arrive to help, or a difficult situation may become lighter. At other times, help comes as inner strength, patience, acceptance, or courage. Grace does not always remove the test, but it gives power to face it.

That is My job – I will do that also reminds us that God’s timing is perfect, even when it seems delayed. Human beings want immediate answers, but the Divine sees the whole path. A delay may protect us, a closed door may guide us, and a difficulty may prepare us for a greater blessing.

A devotee should not measure God’s love only by fulfilled desires. Sometimes what we ask for may not be good for us. The Lord may deny, delay, or redirect out of compassion. True faith means trusting His wisdom even when the mind does not understand the reason immediately.

That is My job – I will do that finally teaches that the burden of life should not be carried by ego alone. The ego says, “I must control everything.” Devotion says, “I will do my best and trust God.” This surrender does not make a person weak; it makes the heart peaceful and strong.

Prayer helps us enter this feeling of trust. When we pray sincerely, we place our fear before God. Namasmarana keeps the mind connected with the Divine. Bhajan fills the heart with devotion. Meditation brings silence, and seva removes selfishness. These practices make surrender natural and steady.

The Lord’s job is to guide, but our job is to listen. Divine guidance often comes through conscience. When the inner voice warns us against wrong action, we should obey it. When it inspires us to serve, forgive, speak truth, or remain patient, we should follow it with humility.

A sincere devotee slowly learns that God is working even in ordinary moments. A helpful word, a sudden peace, an avoided mistake, a timely meeting, or a lesson learned through pain may all carry hidden grace. The more grateful we become, the more clearly we recognize divine care.

This sacred assurance also teaches us not to interfere with God’s work through fear and impatience. We may pray, but then continue to worry. We may surrender, but then try to pull the burden back. Real surrender means placing the matter at His feet and continuing our duty with calm faith.

In the end, That is My job – I will do that is a sacred reminder that divine love never abandons the sincere heart. It asks us to act responsibly, pray sincerely, trust deeply, and surrender peacefully. When we allow God to guide what only He can guide, life becomes lighter, stronger, and blessed with His grace.

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