Do not pray for your heart's desires, for they may not entirely harmonize with God's purposes. Pray instead as you have been taught: "May your will be done in me." Pray to God this way about everything, that his will might be accomplished in you, for he only desires what is good and useful in your life, whereas you do not always request this. (Evagrios of Pontus)

It is good to ask, thy will be done. But whatever we ask, we must also be attentive for God's reply. It is likely to come softly and may be a surprise. God's reply will also require our active assent. Perhaps we should pray thy will be done, and make me sensitive to thy will, and help me find the courage to do thy will. Amen.