I asked God

I asked God to take away my habit.

God said, No.

It’s not for me to take away, but for you to give 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.

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 God for all things that I might enjoy life.

God said, No.

I will give you life, so that may enjoy all things.

I asked God to help me LOVE others, as much as he loves me.

God said…Ahhhh, finally you have the idea!

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