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". His spirit was whole, his 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 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 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.