Discovering God

"Help us to find God."
"No one can help you there."
"Why not?"
"For the same reason that no one can help the fish to find the ocean."


God Knows

When you are tired and discouraged from fruitless efforts... God knows how hard you have tried.
When you've cried so long and your heart is in anguish... God has counted your tears.
If you feel that your life is on hold and time has passed you by ... God is waiting with you.
When you're lonely and your friends are too busy even for a phone call... God is by your side.
When you think you've tried everything and don't know where to turn... God has a solution.
When nothing makes sense and you are confused or frustrated... God has the answer.
If suddenly your outlook is brighter and you find traces of hope ... God has whispered to you.
When things are going well and you have much to be thankful for... God has blessed you.
When something joyful happens and you are filled with awe... God has smiled upon you.
When you have a purpose to fulfill and a dream to follow... God has opened your eyes and called you by name.
Remember that wherever you are or whatever you are facing... GOD KNOWS.
Pray to the Holy Spirit in asking if there is anyone we need to forgive.
Pray for someone who is difficult for us to love.
May God Bless you and those you love, and keep you safe.


And God Said, "NO."

I asked God to take away my pride,And God said, "No."He said it was not for Him to take away,But for me to give up.I asked God to make my handicapped child whole,And God said, "No."He said her spirit is whole.Her body is only temporary.I asked God to grant me patience,And God said, "No."He said patience is a by-product of tribulation.It isn't granted, it is earned.I asked God to give me happiness,And God said, "No."He said He gives blessings,Happiness is up to me.I asked God to spare me pain,And God said, "No."He said, "Suffering draws you apart fromWorldly cares and brings you closer to Me."I asked God to make my spirit grow,And God said, "No."He said I must grow on my own,But he will prune me to make it fruitful.I asked God if He loved me,And God said, "Yes."He gave me His only son, who died for me.And I will be in Heaven somedayBecause... I believe.I asked God to help me love othersAs much as He loves me,And God said,"Ah finally, you have the idea."