I asked God to take away my habit. 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 byproduct of
tribulations; it isn't granted, it is learned.



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 God for 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, Ahhhh,
finally you have the idea.



This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.