I asked God for Strength that I may achieve,
I was made weak that I may learn humbly to obey,
I asked for Health that I might do greater things,
I was given infirmities that I might do better things,
I asked for Riches that I may be happy,
I was given poverty that I might be wise,
I asked for Power that I may have the praise of man,
I was given weakness that I may feel the need of God.
I asked for all things that I may enjoy life,
I was given life, that I might enjoy all things.
I got nothing I asked for, but everything I hoped for.
My unspoken prayers were answered,
I am among all men , most richly blessed.