I asked God

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 ask God to help me LOVE others, as much as He loves me.
God said...Ahhhh, finally you have the idea.

THIS DAY IS YOURS DON'T THROW IT AWAY

May God Bless You,

[Xeroid]

Good stuff, shahani.

[CCiCA]

Very good. Who is the Author?

Got it in an email.

[Terminal23]

With GOD all things are possible

[daveleau]

Very nice post, and so true.

Seen that a few times, author unknown, but very true.

Cheers
Mick

[Brainchild]

I like that Shahani

I think I have asked all those questions myself

[no1_vern]

Go here:

http://community-2.webtv.net/heartwatcher_/doc/

I think this person actually wrote this. Or at least is claiming to.
Vern

[jmebonner]

very nice, I'm glad you are allowed to share this. I'm sure any minute someone will post, talking about how we shouldn't be saying God on this public post(facetious). But it's okay to use his name in vain all over. It's very nice and apropos.