Intangibles

The gift of love is never measured
In a monetary way,
For it is only manifested
In the actions we display.

The time we spend with children
Giving guidance, tender care,
Teaching, praising and up-lifting,
and just by being there.

The helping hands we offer,
Small things we do to please,
These are the precious treasures
That leave sweet memories.

Our kindness and compassion
To the aged, and infirm,
The giving of our inner selves
Are lasting fits of endless term.

Words of courage and encouragement,
A hug to show affection,
No diamond, gold or jewel
Can match the glow of love's perfection.

When we touch the hand of strangers
Each time we kneel to pray,
and invite our Lord to enter
We can brighten someone's day.

These intangibles are gifts from God
Priceless love beyond compare
and His love keeps multiplying
If only we could share.

~ Patience Allison Hartbauer

Faith, Hope and Love...
but the greatest of these is Love.
Cor. 13:13