Guest guest Posted August 8, 2007 Report Share Posted August 8, 2007 I asked God to take away my pain. 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 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 the 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 asked God to help me LOVE others as much as He loves me. God said... at last, you have the idea. - Author Unknown Did you know? You can CHAT without downloading messenger. Click here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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