God Said No

I usually stay off my "God" soapbox, saving those discussions for face-to-face interactions… but this one hit me at a “funny” moment (funny as in timely, not funny as in ha-ha). Thanks to my “sister” Victoria…


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 grant me patience.
God said, No.
Patience is a byproduct of tribulations; it is not 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.


This day is yours. Don’t throw it away.