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.
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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