God resides in the heart, beyond the reach of external objects. Man today sheds tears for achieving wealth, health, position and fame. Does he shed a single tear for getting the grace of God or winning His love? Saint Purandaradasa sang, "Of what use are eyes that cannot see God?" You use your eyes all your life to see the external world. What do you achieve thereby? There is no yearning to see the Unseen Divine. It is only when you develop that desire will your life become meaningful. That alone confers peace.
- From Swami's Discourse on May 29th 2007 Om Sai Ram
