God said, no..........

I asked God to take away my bad habits.

God said, No.

They are not for me to take away, but for you to give up.

I asked God to make the handicapped children whole.

God said, No.

Their spirits are whole, their bodies are 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 asked God to help me LOVE others, as much as He loves me.

God said.. Ahhhh, Finally you have the idea.