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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 asked God to help me LOVE others, as much as he

loves me.

God said... Ahhhh, finally you have the idea.

 

 

Dear Group: I asked to be sparked by something to stretch my mind; I

received this e-mail from a friend today!

 

--Nancy