I asked God to take away my habit

God said, "No." It is not for me to take away, but for you to give it up.


I asked God to make handicapped children whole.

God said, "No." Their spirit is whole, their body is only temporary.


I asked God to grant me patience.

God said, "No." Patience is a byproduct of tribulation; it isn't granted, it is learned.

 

I asked God to give me happiness.

God said, "No." I give you blessings; Happiness is up to you.


I asked God to spare me pain.
God said, "No." Suffering draws you apart from worldly cares and brings you closer to me.


I asked God to make my spirit grow.
God said, "No." You must grow on your own!, but I will prune you to make you fruitful.


I asked God for all things that I might enjoy life.
God said, "No." I will give you life, so that you may enjoy all things.


I asked God to help me LOVE others, as much as He loves me.
God said. . ."Ahhhh, finally you have the idea."

 

 

 

Peytonsville First Baptist Church

4940 Harpeth Peytonsville Rd. Thompson's Station, TN 37179
www.peytsonsvillebaptsistchruch.org

Church Office: (615)794-1970
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9 AM to 5 PM

 

Not soft seats and subdued light, but strong courageous leadership.
Not sweet tones of the organ, but sweet personalities that reflect Jesus.
Not the tall tower with chimes and bells, but the lofty vision of its people.
Not the finances received, but the services rendered.
Not a large membership, but God's presence and direction and power.
Not what has been done in the past, but what is being done today and will be done tomorrow.

 

Our desire is to minister to you and your loved ones and to help strengthen your faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.