The Parish Priest of Christ the King Cathedral says anybody who is disciplined enough will be successful.
Fr Tom Poru Martin says the undisciplined citizens always misbehave and will not attain the success they are longing for, Radio Easter reports.
Anyone who respects others will be a good citizen, he adds.
The priest says respect started from Adam and Eve and all Christians should increase their prayers.
He adds that the 40 days are for true and genuine prayer and fasting.
Fr. Tom Poru was giving his homily at Christ the King Cathedral during the celebration of the Ash Wednesday.