For June 7th:

“I am the true vine, and the Father is the vinedresser. Every branch of mine that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit.” John 15:1-2

The Blessing in “No”

I asked God to take away my pride.

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. Her spirit was whole, her body was only temporary.”

I asked God to grant me patience.

God said “No. Patience is a byproduct of tribulations; it isn’t granted, it is earned.”

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 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!”

Anonnymous

Entry submitted by Lesa Smith