A beautiful prayer

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 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.