I asked God for strength, that I might achieve,
I was mde weak, that I might learn humbly to obey…

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 power, that I might have the praise of men,
I was given weakness, 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 I asked for - but everything I had hoped for.

Almost despite myself, my unspoken prayers were answered.

I am most richly blessed!