I do think that in delaying answers to pray God tests our loyalty and commitment to him. I have definately grown in waiting - although the Lord knows I dont like waiting and have never been patient - but he is teaching me. I have learnt that before I can get what I have asked, that our Father needs ME to change or what I ask for will not work out. It is in total submission that we find out GOD's will and we know that it is a perfect will. Unfortunately we now live in an instant society, one which does not wait for anything. Satan knows we want answers NOW and so creates doubt through our impatience. In my praying for C, God has told me that I need to change, C needs to change and that only then can GOD bring about restoration that is long lasting. I am commanded to WAIT and pray - which I am doing. AMEN.