Jesus teaches his disciples to pray, telling them that the Father knows our needs before we ask Him. Perhaps the most important request is 'Your Kingdom come'. Therein lies the power of the Holy Spirit. Once we invite the Holy Spirit to dwell in us and surrender to Him, we gain wisdom and knowledge for right action.

Something happens to the person who comes to true self-knowledge. He obtains a changed outlook and sees life from a new vantage ground. In spite of the troubles and tribulations around him, there is a calm centre in him. There is a sense of harmony within himself. The daily irritations which life brings will no longer affect him as before. He need not worry about his daily needs. He will win a degree of control over himself which will permeate all his actions. His life will flow more smoothly.

Though troubles may come, the presence of God within will handle them and direct his path in the right direction. Gradually, he will find more of God's presence and he will find it easier to face problems. This divine spark within him will strengthen him against temptations and trials and guide him in all his actions.