POSITION OF INFLUENCE

A gardener needed to plant a sapling. He dug a hole in the garden and poured a bucket of water into it to soften the soil. After a while, the water had vanished. Upon inspection, he discovered that there was an underground hole through which all the water had drained away.

This principle of nature is demonstrated practically by water. Water did not try to force its way through the hard spot in the hole. Instead, it found a point of penetration within the hole and entered from there.

The same principle of nature also applies to human life. Whenever you aim to accomplish something in society, whether it’s a worldly task in a material sense, a religious activity, or a spiritual pursuit, you should first study your environment to find your entry point. Identify the spot where you can easily make a way for yourself. Starting from that point allows you to create more opportunities later on.

The same principle applies to all human efforts. Every task has a beginning and an end. It’s important to understand the difference between them. Starting from the initial point allows one to reach the intended goal. However, if someone tries to begin at the endpoint of a plan, they will go nowhere, no matter how long they keep trying in the name of action—this is the law God has set for this world.

Knowing the endpoint of action is enthusiasm. Knowing the starting point of action is wisdom.