I asked God to take away my pride. And God said No. He said it was not for him to take away, but for me to give it up. I asked God to make my handicapped child whole. And God said No. He said her spirit was whole, her body was only temporary. I asked God to grant me patience. And God said No. He said patience is a by-product of tribulations. It isnt granted, it is earned. I asked God to give me happiness. And God said No. He said he gives me blessings, happiness is up to me. I asked God to spare me pain. And God said No. He said suffering draws you apart from worldly cares and brings you closer to me. I asked God to make my spirit grow. And God said No. He said I must grow on my own. But he will prune me to make me fruitful. I asked for all things that I might enjoy life. And God said No. He said I will give you life, that you may enjoy all things. I ask God to help me LOVE others, as much as he loves me. And God said, Ah, finally you have the idea. PRAISE THE LORD
Posted on: Thu, 04 Sep 2014 08:28:49 +0000
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