God said, No...

I asked God to take away my bad habits.

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.

- Courtesy of my Aunt Wild Roz