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my Dominant Said, No

i asked my Dominant to take away my fear.
my Dominant said, No.
It is not for Me to take away, but for you to give it up.

i asked my Dominant to make me well.
my Dominant said, No.
I can heal your body; you must want to heal your spirit.

i asked my Dominant to grant me patience.
my Dominant said, No.
Patience is a byproduct of tribulation;
it is granted when it is learned.

i asked my Dominant to give me happiness.
my Dominant said, No.
I give you blessings; happiness is up to you.

i asked my Dominant to spare me pain.
my Dominant said, No.
Suffering draws you apart from worldly cares
and brings you closer to Me.

i asked my Dominant to make my spirit grow.
my Dominant said, No.
you must grow on your own.
But I will nurture and prune you to make you fruitful.

i asked my Dominant for all things so that i might enjoy life.
my Dominant said, No.
I will give you new life
so that you may enjoy all things.

i asked my Dominant to help me love myself
as much as He loves me.
my Dominant said, Yes.