I asked for strength—
and God gave me difficulties to make me strong.
I asked for wisdom—
and God gave me problems to solve.
I asked for prosperity—
and God gave me brain and brawn to work.
I asked for courage—
and God gave me dangers to overcome.
I asked for love—
and God gave me opportunities.
I received nothing I wanted—
I received everything I needed.
My prayer has been answered.
FROM THE FAMILY OF MICHAEL JOB, AN INDIAN CHRISTIAN MEDICAL STUDENT WHO WAS KILLED IN JUNE OF 1999 BECAUSE OF HIS FATHER'S EVANGELISTIC ACTIVITIES