I Asked 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.

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 in 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.

Great poem! Did you write it yourself or do you use it for inspiration?

I really liked this one. Thanks for sharing!

Wow, what an inspirational poem! Incredible! Thanks for sharing!

Wow very inspirational

Beautiful, just beautiful!

i like it

I've read this before...don't remember who the arthur is,
but it is beautiful, I agree...
Enjoy it every time I read it...

AWESOME... I may hve to copy and PASTE on my fridge so my kids can read
it .... OK ???..... :)

((((((( April ))))))))

April that was beautiful AprilThank you I needed that.