PRAYER

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 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 worldy cares
And brings you closer to me.

I asked God to make my spirit grow.
God said, No
You must grow on you own,
But I will prune you to make you fruitful.

I asked God to bring 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.
God said, Ahhh ….
Finally you have the idea ...