_____________________Sunday, October 15, 2006__________________
Asked from 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 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 by-product 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.