But this is not the correct approach to meditation. True meditation is meditation on God, and only on God. Without such meditation or devotion it is impossible to realize the constant presence of God everywhere, in everything, and thereby, gain true spiritual knowledge. You long to enjoy the fruit, but you will not be able to get it without first having the flower. First comes the blossom, then comes the fruit.
Devotion is like the flower.
Without first developing the flower of unshakable love for God and allowing it to blossom forth, it will be impossible for you to acquire the fruit of spiritual wisdom. This flower of love may express itself in different ways as the following example shows.