Pass The Ammo

I asked God to take away my habit. God said, no. It is not for me to take away, but for you to give 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 tribulation; 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 more fruitful.

I asked God for all things that I might enjoy all things. 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….Ahhh, finally you’ve got the right idea. This day is yours, don’t throw it away.