I Asked God

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 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 suffering.

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.