A goal begins in innocence,
With great ambitious dreams,
Which flows like water to the sea,
On rivers, brooks, and streams.
But time can bring the heart to bear,
While virtue pays the cost.
For every dream that is fulfilled,
Another soul is lost.
The coveting of worldly goals,
Is often fueled by doubt.
Corrupting even righteous souls,
No matter how devout.
For if one strives for his own gain,
He does not trust the Lord.
The spoils of such a lowly goal,
Grants no divine reward.
The profit earthly treasures yield,
Will often cloud the mind.
As promises once made to God,
Are largely left behind.
Recall the tale of Solomon,
The wisest man of old;
He married many foreign wives
Against what he was told.
He made God many promises,
His faith would never bend.
But even he could not fulfill
His pledges in the end.
For anyone who loves the world,
Must also share its fate.
If God comes second in your heart,
You will not reach the gate.
Consider every consequence;
What God expects of you.
Be cautious of each wish you make,
One day they might come true.
A contest entry
- Spiritual Splendour by Angels Delight.
680 points, ended June 18, 2007, 16 entries
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Comments
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A marveleous piece...
A marveleous piece; reminds of the Scripture verse. wherever your treasure is, so lies your heart also; we must always learn to remember to keep Him first; really loved the final stanza; great poem. --Joe
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Wow
My Dear Poet
More true words could not have been spoken then in this poem of yours...It packs a punch if one could call it that...It has a very direct message...Your earthly dreams could cost you your soul...Be careful about what you wish for because it could cost you everything
I loved this poem as it flowed well and the message grabbed me from the start
Thank you so much for entering my contest and I wish you the best of luck
Much Love
Tessa
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