Devotion - Whence and Whither?

Where does devotion dwell?

Not just in winning words,

Nor in the sweetest song,

But in the little deeds

Done with love all day long.

What does devotion shun?

Egos that usurp His role,

Tongues that do not speak true,

Acts irreverent of Him,

Thoughts not of cheerful hue.

When is devotion false?

When the outer show is grand

And wears the hypocrite's pose,

When artificial routine

Robs fragrance from the rose.

How does devotion grow?

With ears that listen with love;

With small acts that kindness breeds;

With hands that hold and help;

With efforts that fill the needs.

Where does devotion end?

As Lord Sai works through you

His love you cannot miss;

Replete with thoughts of Him

The journey's end is Bliss.

~ Hal Honig ~

From: Sanathana Sarathi April 1994.