Heart Power Vs Brain Power (Dedication To John Freeman)
If human brains hold such high capacity
Why is the use of intelligence scanty?
Some claim telekinesis and ESP
Are available to them quite readily
While others have trouble writing and reading
Is intellect defined in unborn seedlings
Pregnant mothers who listen to classic tunes
Say the passion for music grows in their wombs
But that can't explain the musical prodigy
Reincarnation gifts -- another theory
What roles do genes play? Can talents be bestowed?
Scientists seem focused on genetic codes
Talent and genius are enviously measured
By those who have neither such gifts are treasured
But the size of our hearts and the joy in our souls
Prove far more precious as a man's life unfolds
So much significance is placed on IQ
But our Lord is not apt to ask what we knew
When we face final judgment, God just might say
Did you use my gifts wisely or let them decay?
Did you use your wisdom for personal gain?
Did the talents I bequeathed bring you great fame?
Or did you open your heart, provide relief
To those needing comfort and help with their grief?
When you had no money, did you lend a hand?
Did you leave loving footprints across the white sand?
Great thinkers and athletes might feel they are blessed
But those who love are heaven's most welcome guests
Souls with talent and wealth may not measure up
To one who puts his last coin in a beggar’s tin cup
* Dedicated to John Freeman and inspired by his blogs about concepts vs precepts
Copyright © Carolyn Devonshire | Year Posted 2010
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