Mohanlal, a farmer, lived in a small village. His life revolved around farming. He toiled from dawn till dusk, sweating profusely to feed his family. However, fate seemed to always play tricks on him. Floods, droughts, hailstorms, intense heat – every year, some calamity would befall him, ruining his crops.
Questioning God
Repeated failures, despite his hard work, broke Mohanlal's spirit. He gradually grew resentful towards God, feeling abandoned in his troubles.
One day, overwhelmed with sorrow, Mohanlal went to the temple. Sitting before the deity, he exclaimed, “Oh God, you can do everything, yet you seem to lack understanding of farming. Every year our efforts are wasted. Give me one year; I will control the weather myself and show you how crops should be grown.”
Silence filled the temple, then a soft voice echoed, “Alright Mohan, you have one year. The weather will obey your commands. But you will be responsible for the outcome.”
Everything According to Plan
Mohanlal's joy knew no bounds. Rain, sunshine, and wind were now at his beck and call. A light drizzle when needed, sunshine on demand – no floods, hailstorms, or storms. His crops flourished like a dream.
Mohanlal thought, “See, God! Now I’m showing you the true rewards of hard work.”
Harvest Day and a Major Shock
The day of harvest arrived. With great enthusiasm, Mohanlal began harvesting. But as he held the wheat stalks, his face fell. Every ear was empty, devoid of any grain.
Confused and disheartened, he sat in the field, silently calling out to God, “Lord, I worked so hard, did everything right. Why did this happen?”
God's True Lesson
The same voice resounded, “Mohan, your effort wasn't lacking. But you never allowed your crops to struggle. They weren't exposed to the harsh sun, the wind, or the rain. Therefore, they appeared healthy on the outside, but remained weak within.”
God continued,
“Struggle bestows true strength. Just as gold refines into a gem through fire and trials, plants too are strengthened by weathering the elements. Human life is similar. If shielded from every hardship, one can never truly grow b.”
Mohanlal's New Perspective
Mohanlal understood his mistake. He realized he had received the lesson he needed. He decided to face challenges head-on, understanding that hardships would forge his true strength.
A Lesson for Us All
This is not just Mohanlal's story. We all desire a life free from troubles. But the truth is, without struggle, we cannot become truly b. Every difficulty, every challenge teaches us our capabilities.
True success belongs to those who fall, rise, and then move forward with a smile. So, when life throws challenges, don't be afraid. Understand that this is the moment you will become truly powerful.
