The Lord desires us to seek after Him, to be close to Him. But often times when things are going well we forget how much we need Him, and only seek after Him in times of trial. Alma taught us that we are far more blessed to humble ourselves and turn to God rather than waiting to be humbled.
Talmage- Conference Report October 1921
Brigham Young
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/liahona/2002/04/questions-and-answers?lang=eng
Holland
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/04/the-laborers-in-the-vineyard?lang=eng