Joy
Author Unknown


 

He prayed for strength that he might achieve;
He was made weak that he might obey.

He prayed for wealth that he might do greater things;
He was given infirmity that he might do better things.

He prayed for riches that he might be happy;
He was given poverty that he might be wise.

He prayed for power that he might have the praise of men;
He was given sickness that he might feel the need of God.

He prayed for all things that he might enjoy life;
He was given life that he might enjoy all things.

He had received nothing he asked for;
But all that he had hoped for,
His prayers were answered--his joy was full.