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.
His spirit is whole, his body is only temporary.

I asked God to grant me patience.
God said, no.
Patience is a by-product 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 the 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 so 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…. Ahhh, at last you have the idea.

(Author Unknown)