think answers to prayers do not always come when we want or in the way we want?
our sincere prayers are always answered. sometimes the answer may be no, because what we have asked for would not be best for us. sometimes the answer is yes, and we have a warm, comfortable feeling about what we should do (see d&c 9:8–9). sometimes the answer is “wait a while.” our prayers are always answered at a time and in a way that the lord knows will help us the most.
sometimes the lord answers our prayers through other people. a good friend, a husband or wife, a parent or other family member, a 