Does God want things? What are some of the things He wants, and how did we find out? This question may appear brief, but I think it is simple enough to not need much background. Basically, I'm curious about the nature of God and His desires. Does He want things? What are some of the things He wants, and how did we find out about these things?

Citations from specific literature (Bible or otherwise) where you have evidence of His wants would be particularly helpful. :-)
God wants us to be humble, follow his rules, act right, love mercy, and have faith in him.  That is what pleases God.


  Micah 6:8 (NIV)
  He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. 
    And what does the LORD require of you? 
  To act justly and to love mercy 
    and to walk humbly with your God.
  
  Hebrews 11:6 NIV
  And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.
  
  John 14:21 (NIV)
  Whoever has my commands and keeps them is the one who loves me. The one who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love them and show myself to them.