We ask God to remove our problems when our problems may be a means for God to be God through us. Consider Moses in the wilderness. He was surrounded my complainers more than once. His question, "What do you want me to do now, God?" is divinely answered each time he asks it. The answer requires his action.
In the pressing situation/s around you, let God use you after you ask Him how to be used. Only under pressure do we see diamonds.
APPLICATION: Ask. Then act.