There once was a man who suffered a severe setback.his business failed and he just could'nt land on his feet. he became destitute.finally,in utter despair,he turned to god.'please,god,'he prayed,'you 've got to help me.please let me win the lottery .'and there was no answer.no response.the next day was no better .and he prayed again.'please ,god,' you've got to do something.the only way i'll get back on my feet is if i win the lottery. make me win.'this went on for a few days.the man thought that god was'nt hearing him.after awhile he was beyond desperation. with the last breath of hope in his body,he turned to god .'i beg of you ,dear god,'he said,' all i need is to win the lottery.'after a moment of silence a voice came back saying to him,'give me a break.at least buy a ticket!'