THE BLESSING IN "NO"

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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 byproduct 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!

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