"I Asked God"
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 for all things that I might enjoy life. God
said, No. I will give you life so that you may enjoy all
things.
