The Transformative Grace of Guruji: A Journey of Faith and Miracles

“JAI SHREEMAN NARAYAN”

I came to Guruji when I was probably in my 11th grade. It was just another place Mummy and Papa were going to, and I didn’t understand much about a Guru and how HIS grace changes and shapes our lives. HE took us into HIS “sharyn” (shelter) right away, and over the last 18+ years, HE has given us so much. With HIS blessings and kripa, we have come through all of life’s ups and downs with smiles.

In 1991, I had a few near-death experiences and came out with only minor bruises. Baba was with me all the time and protected me. I fell from a horseback at the edge of a cliff and can’t remember a thing except that I was calling Baba’s name. Everyone thought I would be severely injured or even die, but all I had was a little bump on my forehead. Remarkably, there was someone waiting with Iodex right there! Jai Baba Ki.

After my 12th grade, I was sure I didn’t want to study further and wanted to be a fashion designer. My cousin was going to the UK, and I asked Dad if I could go too. The answer was “NO! I am just a chemist; I can’t afford the fees and other expenses.” I decided to ask Baba, and HE said, “Why not?” Baba told Papa to send me to the UK for my bachelor’s, and HE would take care of the funding. We filled out the forms, and before I knew it, I was going. Papa has no idea how his business grew enough to afford my fees. It was a huge amount, but Baba made it seem like nothing. When people asked Papa how he managed, he always replied, “Guru Kripa.” Many times, I felt like quitting and running back home, but Baba always made me stick it out. Mom was worried about me all the time, but Baba always reassured her. HE always said I was Papa’s beta, not beti. Baba told me, “Anytime you miss home, keep a glass of water and remember me, and I will come; you will see the water level lower.” I tested HIM, and it did happen. Jai Baba Ki.

My professors always thought highly of me, even though I don’t think I was very academic. But Baba always made things happen. HE got me an excellent job opportunity after graduation and took care of me always. HE always said, “Mai apne sharnagat ke hamesha saath hu,” and time and again, HE showed me that. Jai Baba Ki.

I went through a very bad phase in 1998. “Purane janam ke karam to katne padte hain, but Guru ki sharan, unhe 99% reduce kar deti hai.” It was a very rough time in my life, but Baba protected me through all of it, giving me and my family the strength and love to survive. With HIS kripa, I had an excellent job to support me. To keep my morale up, HE gave me promotions and great success at work. HE was going through health problems HIMSELF but always asked about me. On one of my trips to India, Baba was in a wheelchair and didn’t use to talk to anyone. HE especially stopped the wheelchair and said, “Pinky Beta, Apne Aap.” That has been my strength since then. I used to fight a lot with Baba, cry, and question, “Why me?” but HE was always patient and loving. HE provided strength and support like a Dad and love and shelter like a Mom. Baba ki kripa se, today I am extremely happy with my husband and son, and we have a second baby on the way. “Guru Kripa bin Guru bhi nahi milta.” Jai Baba Ki.

Today, Baba is not with us physically, but HE is with us always. All we have to do is call HIM with a true heart, and HIS presence can be felt wherever in the world we are. We must remember and follow HIS words and be obedient children, not pampered ones. “Bhav Mein Hi Bhav Hai Mera.”

Pinky Suri/Hari (U.S.A.)