I asked God to make my handicapped child whole. God said, No.
Her spirit was whole, her body was only temporary.

I asked God to grant me patience.God said, No.
Patience is a by-product of tribulations, it isn't granted, it is earned.

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 wordly 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 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.....
Ahhh, finally you have the idea.

Author..Anonymous