I asked God to take away my pride. 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".
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 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 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!
(Mathew Chackola <>)
- From "Weekend Encounter" Editor: Dick Innes
Published by ACTS International http://www.actsweb.org
in partnership with the Narramore Christian Ministry
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