Jan 29- Doctrine & Covenants 9:5-7

In section 9 the Lord tells Oliver that he didn't receive what he had prayed for because he did nothing to receive it except to ask for it. I believe that the Lord delights in blessing His children, HOWEVER, I also believe that the Lord's primary purpose is to GROW His children. The Lord loves effort, and as we put forth all we can do to obtain blessings from the Lord, we aren't just blessed, but we are also strengthened.