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 by-product of tribulations; it isn't granted, it is earned

I asked God to give me happiness. He 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 wordly cares & 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...
Ahhh, finally you have the idea.