I used to wonder,
Why the disparity between
What I aspire to do
And actual performance?
Then one day it dawned,
Why it's lack of conformance
To this guideline Jesus gave:
"If any man serve me,
Him will my Father honor"*
When we shift from self to Christ,
We find life far more productive --
A life of increased giving
That blesses us and all mankind.
*John 12:26
