to come true (of a wish, prayer, etc.); to be realized; to suit (e.g. a purpose); to meet (wishes, ideals, etc.); to match (implies competition); to rival
to grant (request, wish); to answer (prayer); to fulfill (conditions); to meet (requirements)
everything working out as desired
if possible; if it is in my power; if it was realistic
to be pleased with; to be to one's liking
to win the favour of (favor); to be acknowledged (e.g. by a superior); to measure up to
to satisfy (one); to meet (one's) desire
you can't always get what you want; man plans and God laughs; things don't always turn out the way you hope
turning to God only in one's trouble