Faith

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

I asked for health, that I might do great 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, among men, most richly blessed !