Unknown Confederate Soldier's Prayer

I asked GOD for strength, that I might achieve,

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

I asked GOD for health, that I might do greater things,

I was given infirmity, that I might to better things.

I asked for riches, that I might be happy,

I was given poverty, that I might be wise.

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

I was given weakness, that I might feel the need of GOD.

I asked for all things, that I might enjoy life,

I was given life, that I might enjoy all things.

I got nothing that I asked for,

but everything I had hoped for.

My unspoken prayers were answered.

I am among men, most richly blessed.

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