Living in God's Glory

nothing less than the lord can provide man with the peace of mind that he seeks more than anything else. The Quran has put this truth in the following succinct words: “say, ‘God lets go astray those whom he wills and guides to himself those who turn to him, those who believe and whose hearts find comfort in the remembrance of God—surely in the remembrance of God’s hearts can find comfort.’” (13:27-28) REMEMBRANCE OF GOD IN TIMES OF EASE To forget God when you are happy and at ease and rush to God when you face some difficulty has no value whatsoever. in May 1982, the editor of the Hindustan Times did a field study to understand the mentality of indians. his research concluded this about them: “When a catastrophe strikes, God is at the top. However, money manages to push God to the second place when all is tranquil.” This is true not only of indians, however. it applies to most people across the globe. For example, a person remembers God when he is in difficulty or feels helpless. at that time, he thinks only of God. however, when the situation improves,