{"id":9104,"date":"2013-08-14T11:53:44","date_gmt":"2013-08-14T06:23:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.barusahib.org\/?p=9104"},"modified":"2025-11-07T15:10:24","modified_gmt":"2025-11-07T09:40:24","slug":"when-god-walks-beside-you-the-transformative-journey-of-gurpreet-kaur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/when-god-walks-beside-you-the-transformative-journey-of-gurpreet-kaur\/","title":{"rendered":"When God Walks Beside You &#8211; The Transformative Journey of Gurpreet Kaur"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/when-god-walks-beside-you-the-transformative-journey-of-gurpreet-kaur\/#A_Ray_of_Hope_from_Balaggan_Village\" >A Ray of Hope from Balaggan Village<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/when-god-walks-beside-you-the-transformative-journey-of-gurpreet-kaur\/#Humble_Roots_High_Hopes\" >Humble Roots, High Hopes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/when-god-walks-beside-you-the-transformative-journey-of-gurpreet-kaur\/#A_Zeal_for_Learning_and_Growth\" >A Zeal for Learning and Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/when-god-walks-beside-you-the-transformative-journey-of-gurpreet-kaur\/#From_%E2%80%9CAngry_Young_Girl%E2%80%9D_to_Calm_and_Composed\" >From \u201cAngry Young Girl\u201d to Calm and Composed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/when-god-walks-beside-you-the-transformative-journey-of-gurpreet-kaur\/#Finding_Faith_Finding_Herself\" >Finding Faith, Finding Herself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/when-god-walks-beside-you-the-transformative-journey-of-gurpreet-kaur\/#Overcoming_Obstacles_with_Courage\" >Overcoming Obstacles with Courage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/when-god-walks-beside-you-the-transformative-journey-of-gurpreet-kaur\/#A_Message_to_the_World\" >A Message to the World<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/when-god-walks-beside-you-the-transformative-journey-of-gurpreet-kaur\/#A_Tribute_to_The_Kalgidhar_Trust\" >A Tribute to The Kalgidhar Trust<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Ray_of_Hope_from_Balaggan_Village\"><\/span>A Ray of Hope from Balaggan Village<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many of us have had experiences wherein we felt the existence of God\u2019s glory and the representation of His being. They say, <em>\u201cHe upholds the universe by His all-powerful hands &amp; His grace upon us can never be underestimated.\u201d<\/em><br \/>\nWhen He is by our side, everything turns right. New avenues open, new strength emerges all we are required to do is praise, worship, and follow His path.<br \/>\nSimilar is the story of <strong>Balaggan village\u2019s Gurpreet Kaur,<\/strong> whose destiny was carved by none other than Him.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Humble_Roots_High_Hopes\"><\/span>Humble Roots, High Hopes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Born to <strong>Gurdev Singh,<\/strong> a penniless farmer in <strong>Gurdaspur, Punjab<\/strong> a region often criticized for gender inequality <strong>Gurpreet\u2019s<\/strong> early life was steeped in challenges.<br \/>\nGrowing up in a society where women\u2019s voices were subdued, her journey toward empowerment is nothing short of a miracle.<br \/>\nToday, she is pursuing the <strong>Free Teachers Training Program<\/strong> at the <strong>Akal Institute of Rural Women Empowerment (AIRWE), Baru Sahib,<\/strong> under the aegis of <strong>The Kalgidhar Trust.<\/strong><br \/>\nAfter matriculating from the <strong>Punjab Board (PSEB), Gurpreet<\/strong> applied voluntarily and was selected for the program a year ago.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Zeal_for_Learning_and_Growth\"><\/span>A Zeal for Learning and Growth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Besides preparing for her <strong>Class XII exams, Gurpreet<\/strong> has been working diligently to master English reading books, expanding her vocabulary, and developing fluent speech.<br \/>\nShe actively participates in knowledge-based games, classroom discussions, and practical activities, drawing lessons from every experience around her.<br \/>\nHer thirst for knowledge is unending, and her inquisitive spirit inspires everyone around her.<br \/>\nShe recently scored an impressive<strong> 75% in Maths,<\/strong> balancing her academics with her passion for personal development.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_%E2%80%9CAngry_Young_Girl%E2%80%9D_to_Calm_and_Composed\"><\/span>From \u201cAngry Young Girl\u201d to Calm and Composed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><em>\u201cI was not too pleasant a personality initially,\u201d<\/em> <strong>Gurpreet<\/strong> admits with a shy smile.<br \/>\nBefore joining <strong>AIRWE,<\/strong> she was known as the <strong>\u201cangry young girl\u201d<\/strong> in her village impulsive, short-tempered, and often argumentative.<br \/>\nBut under the spiritual environment of <strong>Baru Sahib,<\/strong> she began to transform.<br \/>\nThrough prayer, meditation, and faith, she found peace within herself.<br \/>\nFrom an arrogant first bencher, she became a patient listener, embracing humility and compassion.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Finding_Faith_Finding_Herself\"><\/span>Finding Faith, Finding Herself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Gurpreet\u2019s<\/strong> transformation was not just academic it was spiritual.<br \/>\nShe realized that God\u2019s grace had shaped her new self, helping her shed anger and embrace calmness.<br \/>\nHer family, amazed at her transformation, now proudly acknowledges the role of <strong>Baru Sahib<\/strong> in changing her life.<br \/>\nToday, she walks the path of faith and purpose, inspired to serve others and share the same spiritual strength that changed her own life.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overcoming_Obstacles_with_Courage\"><\/span>Overcoming Obstacles with Courage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like every true believer, <strong>Gurpreet\u2019s<\/strong> journey wasn\u2019t free of challenges.<br \/>\nAt one point, family issues forced her to leave the Institute, pausing her dreams of becoming a teacher.<br \/>\nBut faith brought her back stronger and more determined than before.<br \/>\nShe returned with a clear goal: to serve humanity through education, ensuring that other rural girls like her find opportunities to transform their lives.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Message_to_the_World\"><\/span>A Message to the World<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Gurpreet\u2019s<\/strong> story teaches us that every life holds a divine purpose.<br \/>\nHer courage, faith, and perseverance remind us that no dream is too distant when our heart believes and our steps align with God\u2019s will.<br \/>\nIf we walk in faith, no obstacle is insurmountable, no path too long.<br \/>\nWhen God is by your side everything is possible.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Tribute_to_The_Kalgidhar_Trust\"><\/span>A Tribute to The Kalgidhar Trust<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For lighting countless such lamps of hope and empowerment, guiding rural girls like <strong>Gurpreet<\/strong> toward dignity, education, and divine purpose.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Ray of Hope 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They say, \u201cHe upholds the universe by His all-powerful hands &amp; His grace upon us can never be underestimated.\u201d When He is by our side, everything turns right. 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