Convert Material Loss into Spiritual Gain

According to the divine law operating in this universe everyone has such experiences of hardship. If a person is not overcome by these difficult circumstances and instead of complaining against others, turns to God, then this patient attitude brings him a very good reward. This good result comes in the form of the light of divine guidance. Remaining patient in the face of hardship increases a person’s spirituality. The more sensitive he becomes, the more capable does he become of receiving divine inspiration. This increases his modesty. Traits which are anathema to faith, such as arrogance, vengefulness, ingratitude, love of power and desire for greatness are put to an end. One who, at a conscious level, becomes distant from worldly concerns, comes closer to the Hereafter. Hardship is an entry point to the world of meaning. Through hardship a person receives the light of Godrealization. In hardship a person loses the material assets but, in return, he receives spiritual blessings. But such “gain in loss” is destined only for those who have the courage to remain patient in the face of loss, calamity and hardship.