Inspire 21

I asked God

sunrise over lake and church

— Author Unknown

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 ask God to help me LOVE others, as much as He loves me.

God said… Ahhhh, finally you have the idea.

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