The Hope of Returning

"They cast a grain of wheat into the earth, then from this earth they raised up ears of corn.
Once more they crushed it with the mill; its value increased and it became soul invigorating bread.
Again, they crushed the bread under their teeth; it became the mind and  spirit and understanding of one endowed with reason.
Again, when that spirit became lost in Love, it became that which causes rejoicing.....
Had you no hope of returning? Did the promise of meeting Me today seem vain and empty to you?
Do you, O reader, disbelieve in the promise of being His guest?"

Rumi (Vol. 1 3165-3659, 3175-3176)

Commentary: I have been told that God keeps His promises...