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, 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."