I asked God...

Received this from a friend, I can't take credit for it, but I can pass it along.

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, that you may enjoy all things.

I asked God to help me LOVE others, as much as He loves me.
God said...
I thought you'd never ask!