I asked God to take away my pride. And God said "No".
He said it was not for Him to take away, but for me to give it up.

I asked God to make my handicapped child whole. And God said "No".
He said her spirit was whole, her body was only temporary.

I asked God to grant me patience. And God said "No".
He said patience is a by-product of tribulations. It isn't granted, it is earned.

I asked God to give me happiness. And God said "No".
He said He gives me blessings, happiness is up to me.

I asked God to spare me pain. And God said "No".
He said suffering draws you apart from worldly cares and brings you closer to Me.

I asked God to make my spirit grow. And God said "No".
He said I must grow on my own. But He will prune me to make me fruitful.

I asked for all things that I might enjoy life. And God said "No".
He said I will give you life, that you may enjoy all things.

I ask God to help me LOVE others, as much as He loves me.
And God said, Ah, finally you have the idea.

Special thanks to:
Lenny Lasiewski
Shell Services International
ITAC
Ph. 713-245-2880
Pg. 800-238-5856
e-mail: llasiewski@shellus.com