In English
God appreciates only your motive
I feel very much concerned about the excessive money that is spent by the Trust and on the expensive huge garlands offered to Me on every occasion and also the use of flowers for decorating the path. No doubt you are doing this as an expression of your (Divine bliss). But I won't call this (devotion), though you may not own this. We should realise our defects and rectify them. You may show your affection by just handing over one flower and spend the money wasted on garlands for helping the poor people in distress. People may think that will not like it if flower paths are not provided and huge garlands are not offered. You must understand that God appreciates only your motive and not the external things. By indulging in such exhibitionism, you will only spoil the name of the organisation. As a member of Sathya Sai Organisation, you should have no sense of ego or pride. As I have often said you should have your