I asked God to take away my habit,
God said No
Its 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 away from worldly cares
and brings you closer to me

I asked God to make my spirit grow
God said NO
You must grow 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 you can enjoy all things.

I asked God to help me LOVE others,
As much as He loves me,
God said......
ahhh...finally you have the idea.