What is God's responsibility and what is ours? Here is something that might get you thinking –

I asked God to take away my habit.
God said, No. It is not for me to take away, but for you to give up.

I asked God to make my handicapped child whole.
God said, No. His spirit is whole, his body is only temporary.

I asked God to grant me patience.
God said, No. Patience is a by-product of tribulation; it isn't granted, it is learned.

I asked God to give me happiness.
God said, No. I give you blessings; happiness is up to you.

I asked God to spare me pain.
God said, No. Suffering draws you apart from worldly pursuits and brings you closer tome.

I asked God to make my spirit grow.
God said, No. You must grow on your own; but I will prune you to make you fruitful.

I asked God for all things that I might enjoy life
God said, No. I will give you life, so that you may enjoy all things.

I asked God to help me LOVE others as much as He loves me. 
God said .Ahhh, finally you have the idea.