I asked God to take away my pain.
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, of all things, that I might enjoy life.
God said, No. I will give you life so that you may enjoy all
things.
I asked God to help me LOVE others, as much as He loves me.
God said... Aaahhhh, finally you have the idea.
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