To the proportion we realize that this material world is dangerous and a miserable place and I must have Krishna’s shelter now, I cannot wait, to that extent sound vibration of Krishna will awaken realization, detachment and Bhakti.
There is infinite hope in the grace of god, and in the association of sincere devotees we can become strengthened and empowered by that hope.
Without determination we are practically useless on the spiritual path.
If we are not begging for mercy we are not going to get it