Acharya Prashant explains that the notion of God giving and taking life is a misleading concept. He posits that humanity is currently on the brink of both internal and external destruction. The external destruction is the ruin of the planet, while the internal destruction is man's loss of connection with his own Self. He questions the efficacy of traditional religious beliefs, arguing that if they were truly potent and correctly understood, humanity would not be in its current miserable state, facing great destruction. He suggests two possibilities: either the beliefs themselves are flawed, or we have failed to properly understand the teachings of scriptures and gurus, and that both must be considered. The speaker asserts that the responsibility for comprehension lies not only with the listener but also with the teacher, who must explain in a way that can be understood. He states that the God most people believe in is a "man's God," a man-made, hollow fiction that was declared dead long ago. He contrasts this with the Absolute God, whom very few have known. He further elaborates on the ego's relationship with scientific advancement, noting that when a new disease emerges, we don't take responsibility, but when a cure is found, we take full credit, which boosts the ego. The known becomes a source of pride, and the unknown a challenge, both of which feed the ego. Acharya Prashant concludes that in the context of what man desires—a long life—science will ultimately win. He predicts that soon, dying before the age of one hundred will be an exception. The traditional reasons for believing in God, such as for health, wealth, or control over nature, have been exposed as hollow. Therefore, he argues, if one still wishes to be spiritual in the modern age, it must be for a very deep and valid reason, far beyond these superficial needs.