When we are in a position to petition the Lord, what should we ask of Him? The science of Krishna consciousness is based on knowing what to ask for. To learn this science, we can examine the examples of the great Vaisnavas. What have the pure Vaisnavas asked for when they were in the Lord’s presence? Prabhupada contrasted them with the many materialists who begged him for material benedictions: “Swamiji, please bless my son to become a famous doctor...” We should not ask for such blessings. Elevated Vaisnavas ask to hear and chant about Krishna. They ask for devotion. They ask for service. They are not interested in material boons given either by Krishna or His pure devotees. None of these desires enter into their relationship with the Lord.
(Bhaktyaloka, Moscow,1.12.97)