The Blessing in "No"  (轉載, 出處不詳)

I asked God to take away my pride.

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"~ Her spirit was whole, her body was only temporary.

I asked God to grant me patience.

God said "No"~ Patience is a byproduct of tribulations; it isn't granted, it is earned.

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 the things.

I asked God to help me LOVE others, as much as he loves me.

God said......Ahhh, finally you have the idea!

Merry Christmas!!!

And for those who are not religious - Happy Holidays~

Cat