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.
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 I asked GOD  to make my handicapped child whole.
 GOD  said, No. His spirit is whole, his body is only temporary.
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I asked GOD  to grant me patience.
GOD  said, No. Patience is a byproduct of tribulations; it isn't granted, it is learned.
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I asked GOD  to give me happiness.
GOD  said, No. I give you blessings; Happiness is up to you.
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I asked GOD  to spare me pain.
GOD  said, No. Suffering draws you apart from worldly cares and brings you closer to me.
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 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.
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 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.
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 I asked GOD  to help me LOVE others, as much as He loves me.
GOD  said... Ahhhh, finally you have the idea.