Very few start with a desire for God. Most people approach God for the fulfilment of their desires until one day they end up desiring God himself! A good practice here can be that even though you ask God for objects of desires, trust His wisdom and leave it to Him to grant the wishes or not and take care of your life and all its affairs in His own ways.
Until then it is good to engage in Satsang, listening to the God-lovers and seeking the company of God-seekers and the realised ones. Spend time in reading books of spiritual wisdom and try to lead a life of balance and harmony. All this will help prepare the mind until you are ready to desire God.
Finally remember Him as and when you can and express your gratitude for all the help you receive from Him. It will begin to foster a living rather than a mechanical relationship with Him.
