I asked God to take away my pride.
God said "No",
It is not for me to take away, but for you to give it up.
I asked God to make my handicapped child whole.
God said "No,"
Her spirit was whole, her body was only temporary.
I asked God to grant me patience.
God said "No",
Patience is a byproduct of tribulations;
it isn't granted, it is earned.
I asked God to give me happiness.
God said "No,"
I give you blessings, happiness is up to you.
I asked God to spare me pain.
God said "No",
Suffering draws you apart from worldly cares and
brings you closer to me.
I asked God to make my spirit grow.
God said "No",
You must grow on your own, but I will prune you to make you fruitful.
I asked for all things that I might enjoy life.
God said "No",
I will give you life so that you may enjoy all things.
I ask God to help me LOVE others, as much as he loves me.
God said...
Ahhhh, finally you have the idea!
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