A Conversation with God

I received this today from someone who felt he had to send it along to others, if he really loved the Lord. Usually I immediately delete such emails because I either don’t like to be threatened or find such superstition corrupting my concept of God.

However, all that billowing aside, the contents looked good and I wanted to share it with you. And, this is the good thing, you don’t have to forward this on to anyone.

A CONVERSATION WITH 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.

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 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 ask God to help me love others,
as much as He loves me.
God said...Ahhhh, finally you have the idea.