Belief in the Ultimate

There are two kinds of people in this world; one who believe in God and one who dont. There has been enough debate on the topic : Does God really exist?
My sister had been an extremely talented student throughout her career. And she attributed her success to her hard work only. Before going for her exams, she would never bow before God or even pray for success because she was of the opinion that if she has prepared well, then she can definitely answer the questions. She really didnt need those supernatural powers that many of us really hope for during such times.
But today, after 15 years into her marriage and 2 school going kids, she is a completely changed person. Her perception has changed. And her perception has really taught me something. God is not someone who sits on a throne and who waits for your prayers to turn towards you. Neither does he have a kitty full of wishes to be given in charity to needful people. If it were, then going by the faith and devotion that a person has on God, nobody on this earth would be suffering from pain.
God is somebody who you put your faith on; whom you believe blindly on. You believe that there is some supreme power who is there to listen your woes and help you gain strength. You surrender yourself in front of him. That very thought of having somebody supreme guiding you and acting as a shield on you makes you feel strong. You dont feel alone. God is not a magician. Yet, your belief in his existence and eventually,his presence in your beliefs can work wonders. It will soothe your troubled mind.