I Asked For . . . .
I asked for strength,
And Allah gave me difficulties to make me strong.
I asked for wisdom,
And Allah gave me problems to solve.
I asked for prosperity,
And Allah gave me brain and strength to work.
I asked for courage,
And Allah gave me danger to overcome.
I asked for love,
And Allah gave me troubled people to help.
I asked for favour,
And Allah gave me opportunities.
I received nothing I wanted.
I received everything I needed.
My Prayer has been answered.