I asked God

I asked God for strength

That I might surpass

I was made weak

That I might learn to be contented.

I asked for health 

That I might do greater things

I was given infirmity 

That I might do better things.

I asked for riches 

That I might be happy

I was given poverty 

That I might be wise.

I asked for success

That I might have the praise of men

I was given setbacks

That I might feel the need of God.

I asked for all things 

That I might enjoy life

I was given life 

That I might enjoy all things.

I got nothing that I asked for, but everything I hoped for.

Almost despite myself, my unspoken prayers were answered.

I am, among all men, most richly blessed.

---anonymous




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