A CREED FOR THE POOR

I was given porverty that I might be wise.

I was given weakness that I might feel the need of God.

I asked for health that I might do greater things.

I asked for riches that I might be happy.

I was given infirmity that I might do better things.

I asked for power that I might have the praise of men.

I asked for all things that I might enjoy life.

I was made weak that I might learn humbly to obey.

Almost despite Myself, My prayers were answered.

I, among all men, am most richly blessed.