me and god

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

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 tribulation. 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 yours 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: Ahah, finally you have the idea

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