And God Said "No"
I asked God to take away my pride.And God said "No".He said it was not for him to take away,but for me to give it up.
I asked God to make my handicapped child whole.And God said "No".He said his spirit was whole, his body was only temporary.
I asked God to grant me patience.And God said "No".He said patience is a by-product of tribulations.It isn't granted, it is earned.
I asked God to give me happiness.And God said "No".He said he gives me blessings, happiness is up to me.
I asked God to spare me pain.And God said "No".He said suffering draws you apartfrom worldly cares and brings you closer to me.
I asked God to make my spirit grow.And God said "No".He said I must grow on my own.But he will prune me to make me fruitful.I asked for all things that I might enjoy life.And God said "No".He said 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.And God said, Ah, finally you have the idea. ~ Claudia Weisz ~
I thought it was a beautiful poem. I hope that you enjoyed it.
Have a wonderfully blessed day!