I believe God answers EVERY prayer. But not always exactly as WE think He should! Thankfully so, since He sees and knows the bigger picture!
I think of answers to prayer as a stop light.
Sometimes you pray for a specific thing, and it's "GREEN." Yes, it's a go, just like you prayed. Other times it's "RED." God saying, No, this is not my best for you, or the situation. Other times it's "YELLOW" and this is when God has us wait for His best.
Red and Yellow, or NO and WAIT, often frustrates us because we don't understand His plan or we think we know, better than He does, what should happen.
Yes, No, and Wait, are ALL answers to prayer and we must learn to trust that He is sovereign, His ways are perfect. The one who created the world loves you more than you can imagine, and He wants the very best for you!
BTW, As you pray for God's will and pray for His best for you, keep moving forward while asking for His guidance and direction, He will lead! Don't sit back and wait - keep going, keep trusting. Proverbs 3:5-6 "...He will direct your path..." That indicates forward action, not "I'll just wait here Lord, you bring the (acceptance letter, spouse, job, money, cure, whatever...) to me. No way, Buddy, get up and do what you can while praying and trusting God to guide and direct.
Additionally, know God, spend time with him through prayer and The Word, your prayers will change as His desires become your desires and His thoughts your thoughts.
There is so much to say on this topic, but that's what He laid on my heart just now so will will leave it at this...
His ways are higher. He can be trusted. He answers every prayer!
