Door #4 has been really important for me in my journey. For a large period of my life, I thought that God's desires were an entirely different thing from my own desires. Practically speaking, this meant that God's will for me was normally something that I didn't want or desire and would be painful for me, as if doing God's will meant to deny who I am and what I want. This couldn't be further from the truth. As I've grown in my relationship with God and in Christian maturity, I've discovered that God's will for me is already written on my heart. If I am honest, and I sit before the Lord in prayer and ask him about an important decision in my life, I normally discover in the deepest depths of my heart a desire already present for the the choice God is inviting me to make. Another way of saying it is that my deepest desires are themselves God's invitation to walk through the door. Great video as always Fr Mike! Thanks for the moment to stop and reflect on the Christian Life.
I always ask myself the question if I should join the seminary or not, and if it's the best decision for me. I pray to God. to help me find my main purpose in life.
I love the last part. "Even if you make the wrong decision even after asking all those decisions, the Lord STILL will be with you. And He always provides a way to get back on track." This is so reassuring, especially for someone like me who always doubts themselves and their own decisions; who always rely on God's voice. But there are times in my life when I feel like I don't hear Him as much, or clearly; or maybe I did but I just didn't like His answer. So I seek out the answers for myself and try to see if what I want to believe is what God wants for me. Hearing this statement allowed me to not be scared, because knowing that even if I make mistakes, or make the wrong decision, I know my God will still love me, and will still accept me no matter what.
1. Is this a good/neutral door? (God has not already spoken out against it) 2. Is this an open door? (The "door" has not already told me no and I could actually walk through it) 3. Is this a wise door? (Think now. Will this help me live the life and be the person God wants me to be) 4. Is this a door that I want? (Free will)
@@josephcorrigan9160 at 2:27 timeline of the video, he clearly says about this . Is this a good door? The answer to your eve question is -> if eve had asked is this a good door, meaning did God say very clearly do not eat this fruit of this tree? Yes God did say do not do that . Thereby making it not a good door , decision wise. And therefore making the choice against God’s will , in other words wrong choice. I hope I made sense and helped you. Please excuse my English., I am trying to be better at this..
Great advice, Fr. Mike. I personally like to add going to confession and receiving the Eucharist before making a decision thereby leaving my whole heart open and being connected to God without any hindrance.
@@josephcorrigan9160 idk what are you talking about i think that you need to open your heart to receive Jesus and thats when you will feel him. The Eucharist is the body of Christ that he left for us to worship and that is one of the direct form of communication to Jesus that he left for us whenever we adore the Eucharist
I was confused for so long about my vocation. I knew that I wouldn’t make a good mother but I was scared of the other options. Finally, God spoke to my heart and deep down I knew that I was called to be a religious. It took me a little while to used to the idea, but after a couple of days I felt an overwhelming sense of peace and joy!
Continue to pray, my dear one. Entering religious life has to have one motivation.... and that is a deep love for God. I am not saying that God cannot build His grace on a motivation apart from that, but if that basic thing.... that deep love for Jesus is not there, then eventually, when things get rough, and your expectations of religious life fall short, one may end up disatisfied. On the other hand, if it is anchored on that deep love for Jesus, then whatever may come, the reason why you'll stay no matter want is internal. I am not saying that you dont have a vocation. Jesus put that desire in your heart, and pray over it more that it will have deep roots ❤ hope to see you soon in the convent, Sister! Jesus loves you
Augustine defines evil as disordered love, and good as rightly ordered love: loving God with the love of adoration, our neighbors with charity, and the things of the world with moderation, to use them but not give our whole hearts to them. We are to use things and love persons, not use persons and love things. We are to adore God and use creatures, not adore creatures and try to use God. That's rightly ordered love.
I know Fr. Mike directs his ministry at young adults, but I'm 47 and always get so much out of what he has to say. I'm in the process of trying to discern God's will for me in a volunteer role. This is helpful. Thank you.
A man should not go JUST because there is a shortage of priests. God ALWAYS provides. That said discernment (not just vocations but anything, especially major) done well is always good - former seminarian.
At 5:00 I almost began to cry. I feel suddenly so enlightened and relieved about decisions, not just current ones but past ones. Never knew really, or never appreciated, that my desire is an okay part of the equation (even though I've always told my kids who are young adults now, "Sometimes God's will and your own desires match; it's not like God's will is always going to be opposite of yours or necessarily hard.") (Seems like I can take my own advice, but I never realized that until I heard Fr. Mike say it just now!) And it is so liberating to know that between two choices, both can be good. Being "choices" doesn't necessarily mean they are diametrically opposed ipso facto, nor that if they are opposed one is 'bad' and the other 'good'. They can both be good even if in apparent opposition. (Ex: Go to college or start a business? Get married or become a religious?) Wow, I am so relieved. I could cry. I mean it. I have struggled wondering if I made wrong or even "bad" choices in my youth, like if I totally missed God's signals and graces and maybe overlooked a decision God was pointing me to. But now I think I can be at peace with decisions I've made, stop wondering "what if?" and know that one or the other decision was good and that God is with me here. What a gift of peace I have just received. I am thankful that the Holy Spirit gives Fr. Mike the right words said in the right way! Yeeha~!
@@josephcorrigan9160 Oh, dear, my friend. It is you who are lost. I pray for you to come home to the only Church founded by Christ, the true, One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church. God bless you.
BUT!@@jeanie6279I doubt that you mean that "...my friend..." AND? I AM NOT lost! but you are? as a roman catholic! OBTW! JESUS ***never used that word < c h u r c h*** >! and your denomination was NOT founded by JESUS who was/is The Christ! so it is? NOT true? but? full of lies! NOR! it is? one! but WITH! many competing? devotions! and catholic only means universal! so? BIG deal! NOR is it a fit home for anyone? even you?
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Thank you father Mike!!! I was looking for something like this :) I was stressing out about making choices in my life and at the same time doing God’s will. Then it hit me that I was actually not wanting the responsibility of making a choice (indecisiveness) so I wanted to let God handle it. Now I know I have to work and pray harder to be responsible for what I want to pursue, being confident that my Lord will be on the other side of the door I choose to open. This just brought peace to my heart, and I feel happier about my future and enthusiastic about God’s plans for my family. “Oh Jesus, I surrender myself to you. Take care of everything”.
@@GretaDumberg and ***why do you tell lies about me*** ? FOR! I hate no one? as? JESUS does not allow that! and the roman catholic < denomination > is NOT a < c h u r c h > ? WHICH is a word JESUS never used? and ALL catholics are indeed ***roman*** ! BUT none are christian! but still pagans!
I am not afraid to take decisions, but I only ask God never lose my inner peace. Since inner peace grants me the self conviction that what I am doing is not only "what I want", but God is not against that decision, and it is this that grants me the courage, strength and determination to persist even when I know I must overcome obstacles and hardships by taking such decisions.
I Like YoUr message Brother I really really like they way explain to some who may not know and are reluctant to Chose GOD and His will. 1; I AM thy GOD, thou shall have No other GODS before Me.
Thank you for this new information, it has help me in my 3 year long journey of constantly thinking what I should do in life, I'm 25 this year and I have been sitting around wondering what to do as my vocation and waiting for God to answer me because so many people tell me to just ask God if you're not sure, but many times I hear nothing back plus I'm still working on my listening skills with God. I was starting to worry for myself that maybe I am just not too sensitive to God's voice yet so it's harder for me to hear back from Him faster like the others. Anyways, your video helped me to realize that I can now do things as I want to do or had the thought to do, I put those decisions in life on pause because I just kept wanting to hear back from God first then only I'll make a move and decision, so thank you for reminding me that God had already told us He will be with me and all of us wherever we go in life, and He will let no harm fall on us but also highlighting the importance that free will is in my hands as well, whatever decisions I make it's all freewill, so I better make the best decision that I see fit and if there are things and paths where He doesn't want me to go, He will stop in me in His own ways but at least I won't be wondering around if any of those jobs fit me because I never bother to try and see it to the end, I'm going to stop my waiting season now and just move forward, wishing all those out there who are discerning and figuring out what they want to do in life, may God bless us all~ May we also learn to trust in Him to guide us and be there for us wherever we choose to go in life.
When I have an important decision to make or help, I fast. Evening to evening I ask for guidance. Usually within a few days it is clear to my spirit something. If I feel I need more info I set ahead a day to fast AGAIN, maybe asking, “Lord how do I DO this?” Thirdly you can put a fleece before him to confirm what you think you understood, but don’t test or try the Lord. It never fails. Sometimes he shows me I have sin in the way, like priorities or attitude or I’ve offended someone, etc. so remove the obstacles to have his ear and hear. I always learn something. Lean in.
Here are some ideas for a 9-year-old's birthday party: Scavenger Hunt: Organize a scavenger hunt around the neighborhood or park with clues leading to the birthday gift or party location. Movie Night: Rent a projector and have a movie night in the backyard or living room. Craft Party: Have a craft party where the children can make and take home their own creations, such as tie-dye shirts, beaded jewelry, or personalized picture frames. Sports Day: Organize a sports day with games like capture the flag, dodgeball, and relay races. Cooking Class: Have a cooking class where the children can learn how to make a new dish or bake their own birthday cake. Pool Party: Rent a pool or go to a local water park for a day of swimming and fun in the sun. Board Game Party: Have a board game party with a selection of board games and snacks. Science Experiment Party: Have a science experiment party where the children can participate in hands-on experiments and learn about science. Remember to take into account the interests and preferences of the birthday child when choosing the party theme.
After spending hours on watching videos on YT how to find purpose in life, there is one of two videos that will stay with me for rest of my life. Thank you and Sole Deo Gloria
ACCIDENTALLY FOUND THIS VIDEO IN A TIME I REALLY NEEDED IT, THANKS SO MUCH , PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE A BLESSING TO ALL THOSE WHOSE HEART YOU TOUCH,, THE DOOR CONCEPT IS REALLY GOOD TO RELATE TO , HENCE UNDERSTOOD IT SO I CAN DECIDE.... THANK YOU FATHER MIKE!!!
Thank You Fr.Mike, I was born Catholic and you are teaching me things I didn't even know! it has opened so many doors to happiness, I can't think of any way to thank you except saying, I Love you Brother!
Thank you for the door analogy! I do love our God because of these choices; one time a priest friend told me that what God wants for us is what it is already our deepest desire, and that I could recognize being in the right track towards it because of the peace and love and joy it would bring. And over the years I've found that to be true.
My wife uses T.H.I.N.K (True, helpful, inspirational, necessary, kind) to tell my daughters how to discern what to say to others. It is interesting to see how there are some commonalities between what you are saying and this.
THANKS FATHER MIKE! Once again you have explained something so well. I'm in my 60s now but never to late to learn something and try to improve. Wish i saw this video as a youth
This was so helpful and something that I have been struggling with while at a cross-road in my life. Good, Open, Wise, Want ... prayer really does work!. Blessings.
Father, You are a fountain following of of the Holy Spirit. In todays christian struggles you answer our deepest concerns. Also thank you for being so human. JMJ Bless you . . . Jeff
I have a lot of discerning that I will be facing soon in my life. I am applying to Doctorate programs in psychology (I actually interview with a school tomorrow) and I am going to be in a lot of debt and not be able to have an income for 4 years while in the program. I need to discern whether or not it is in God's will for me to enter into the military in order to pay off my tuition and when I should get married so that I can provide for my wife and possibly new-born child while still in school. I am very scared but I know that God will take care of me. Sorry I know that was ranty and an un-asked for load of personal matters but I needed to say (write) it.
Just a question, why would you not be able to have a job while working on a Doctorate? Plenty of people work full time while getting one. Plus, with a new baby on the way? Military is an excellent profession, very hard workers.
Fellow PhD here. Is it possible to find a fully funded program? Also, academic jobs are hard to come by. Following a career path that will pay off? Don't count on academia. If you are willing to move anywhere in the world, you have a better chance. Good luck. Pursuing a PhD is a wonderful opportunity but debt is real, and a fully funded program is a better way to go. I wish you all the best.
This advice resonates with me since I made the mistake of majoring in Chemistry and spent the last 4 years of college in total misery and socially isolated because I was also inept at making friends. I'll be graduating May, now I need to figure out how to get back on track.
Similar here. I have learned to never give up searching. I went from chemistry to physics to psychology to computer science.. Now I'm thinking about teaching 😂
Father Mike, you're really hit on the point. I often say to God, 'Your will be done, it's up to You God. " Because i don't want to take the responsibility of my choices. Thank you father Mike, this is what God want me to know.
I remember reading a book in a book I read a book once ctfu forgive that just made me feel like I gotta stop drinking coffee 777 but I am grateful for the advice
Thank you for sharing this video. It means a lot to me. I think this is the answer that God wants me to hear. I've been wondering about what should I do with my life and often ask god "Just tell me what to do and I will do it" but its not leading me anywhere. With this I realised that maybe God wants me to choose by myself and He will accompany me along the way. Thank you so much
Father Mike, thank you so much for helping us to understand so many things really god bless Father mike please be strong, we depend on priests like you.. your in God the father's plan to help us to understand more.
Thank you and God bless you Father Mike. I am currently in a difficult period in my life. In a very vulnerable and uncertain point and have been for half a year now. I have been praying a lot asking God to tell me what His will is. And I haven't been able to hear him, till I believe now. Your words truly helped a lot. And in fact make things much simpler than I thought. I will reflect on your words some more to confirm what door to walk through. Thank you once again
Door #4 has been really important for me in my journey. For a large period of my life, I thought that God's desires were an entirely different thing from my own desires. Practically speaking, this meant that God's will for me was normally something that I didn't want or desire and would be painful for me, as if doing God's will meant to deny who I am and what I want. This couldn't be further from the truth. As I've grown in my relationship with God and in Christian maturity, I've discovered that God's will for me is already written on my heart. If I am honest, and I sit before the Lord in prayer and ask him about an important decision in my life, I normally discover in the deepest depths of my heart a desire already present for the the choice God is inviting me to make. Another way of saying it is that my deepest desires are themselves God's invitation to walk through the door.
Great video as always Fr Mike! Thanks for the moment to stop and reflect on the Christian Life.
Thank you, Deacon!
Dcn Alex Colautti Your words we so incredibly powerful. Thank you for sharing.
God Bless you, Deacon! Be assured of our prayers!
I always ask myself the question if I should join the seminary or not, and if it's the best decision for me. I pray to God. to help me find my main purpose in life.
+Luis Foreal praying for you Luis to Our Blessed Mother Mary! Pray: "Holy Spirit, make me brave."
I love the last part.
"Even if you make the wrong decision even after asking all those decisions, the Lord STILL will be with you. And He always provides a way to get back on track."
This is so reassuring, especially for someone like me who always doubts themselves and their own decisions; who always rely on God's voice. But there are times in my life when I feel like I don't hear Him as much, or clearly; or maybe I did but I just didn't like His answer. So I seek out the answers for myself and try to see if what I want to believe is what God wants for me.
Hearing this statement allowed me to not be scared, because knowing that even if I make mistakes, or make the wrong decision, I know my God will still love me, and will still accept me no matter what.
1. Is this a good/neutral door? (God has not already spoken out against it)
2. Is this an open door? (The "door" has not already told me no and I could actually walk through it)
3. Is this a wise door? (Think now. Will this help me live the life and be the person God wants me to be)
4. Is this a door that I want? (Free will)
Thanks:) needed this
In my early 20s I used to ask myself those questions n these questions too-- "is this the one or cud this be it for me or what's in it for me????"
BUT? Lisa Marie? you are not in the will of GOD! as a lost roman catholic pagan!
@@shaolban4777 oh no you didn't?
so?@@pammiesingkho1786you were not seeking 1st the kingdom of GOD and HIS righteousness?
in your 20's! so stop this ungodly bragging?
Good, open, wise, desired
I like it
BUT! that sounds just like EVE? in the garden! with Adam? Holly and Stuff?
@@josephcorrigan9160 at 2:27 timeline of the video, he clearly says about this . Is this a good door? The answer to your eve question is -> if eve had asked is this a good door, meaning did God say very clearly do not eat this fruit of this tree? Yes God did say do not do that . Thereby making it not a good door , decision wise. And therefore making the choice against God’s will , in other words wrong choice.
I hope I made sense and helped you. Please excuse my English., I am trying to be better at this..
Great advice, Fr. Mike. I personally like to add going to confession and receiving the Eucharist before making a decision thereby leaving my whole heart open and being connected to God without any hindrance.
BUT! I would just "...like to add..." ? THAT? as a lost roman catholic! pagan! even eating bread and
drinking wine! will not connect you to JESUS!
@@josephcorrigan9160 idk what are you talking about i think that you need to open your heart to receive Jesus and thats when you will feel him. The Eucharist is the body of Christ that he left for us to worship and that is one of the direct form of communication to Jesus that he left for us whenever we adore the Eucharist
…and prayer
That's great!!
5:22 that's so sweet such a supportive and loving parent we have in God
I was confused for so long about my vocation. I knew that I wouldn’t make a good mother but I was scared of the other options. Finally, God spoke to my heart and deep down I knew that I was called to be a religious. It took me a little while to used to the idea, but after a couple of days I felt an overwhelming sense of peace and joy!
Continue to pray, my dear one. Entering religious life has to have one motivation.... and that is a deep love for God. I am not saying that God cannot build His grace on a motivation apart from that, but if that basic thing.... that deep love for Jesus is not there, then eventually, when things get rough, and your expectations of religious life fall short, one may end up disatisfied. On the other hand, if it is anchored on that deep love for Jesus, then whatever may come, the reason why you'll stay no matter want is internal.
I am not saying that you dont have a vocation. Jesus put that desire in your heart, and pray over it more that it will have deep roots ❤ hope to see you soon in the convent, Sister! Jesus loves you
Augustine defines evil as disordered love, and good as rightly ordered love: loving God with the love of adoration, our neighbors with charity, and the things of the world with moderation, to use them but not give our whole hearts to them. We are to use things and love persons, not use persons and love things. We are to adore God and use creatures, not adore creatures and try to use God.
That's rightly ordered love.
You’ve just made a weight on my heart feel a little lighter Father!!! Thank you!! ✝️❤️🔥🌹
I know Fr. Mike directs his ministry at young adults, but I'm 47 and always get so much out of what he has to say. I'm in the process of trying to discern God's will for me in a volunteer role. This is helpful. Thank you.
One thing I'd like to point out is that the seminary, even with a shortage of priests, isn't always the best door for everyone
A man should not go JUST because there is a shortage of priests. God ALWAYS provides. That said discernment (not just vocations but anything, especially major) done well is always good - former seminarian.
but!!! IT IS never! the best door for anyone? male or female! as NO priests are needed!
Just because there is a shortage of good housing.
@@josephcorrigan9160 Huh?
Wow....I just can't believe.. bang on right time!!!!!
At 5:00 I almost began to cry. I feel suddenly so enlightened and relieved about decisions, not just current ones but past ones. Never knew really, or never appreciated, that my desire is an okay part of the equation (even though I've always told my kids who are young adults now, "Sometimes God's will and your own desires match; it's not like God's will is always going to be opposite of yours or necessarily hard.") (Seems like I can take my own advice, but I never realized that until I heard Fr. Mike say it just now!) And it is so liberating to know that between two choices, both can be good. Being "choices" doesn't necessarily mean they are diametrically opposed ipso facto, nor that if they are opposed one is 'bad' and the other 'good'. They can both be good even if in apparent opposition. (Ex: Go to college or start a business? Get married or become a religious?) Wow, I am so relieved.
I could cry. I mean it. I have struggled wondering if I made wrong or even "bad" choices in my youth, like if I totally missed God's signals and graces and maybe overlooked a decision God was pointing me to. But now I think I can be at peace with decisions I've made, stop wondering "what if?" and know that one or the other decision was good and that God is with me here. What a gift of peace I have just received. I am thankful that the Holy Spirit gives Fr. Mike the right words said in the right way! Yeeha~!
BUT Jeanie as a lost roman catholic you have never been enlightened about anything!
@@josephcorrigan9160 Oh, dear, my friend. It is you who are lost. I pray for you to come home to the only Church founded by Christ, the true, One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church. God bless you.
BUT!@@jeanie6279I doubt that you mean that "...my friend..." AND? I AM NOT lost! but you
are? as a roman catholic! OBTW! JESUS ***never used that word < c h u r c h*** >!
and your denomination was NOT founded by JESUS who was/is The Christ! so it is?
NOT true? but? full of lies! NOR! it is? one! but WITH! many competing? devotions!
and catholic only means universal! so? BIG deal! NOR is it a fit home for anyone?
even you?
Thank you father Mike!!! I was looking for something like this :) I was stressing out about making choices in my life and at the same time doing God’s will. Then it hit me that I was actually not wanting the responsibility of making a choice (indecisiveness) so I wanted to let God handle it.
Now I know I have to work and pray harder to be responsible for what I want to pursue, being confident that my Lord will be on the other side of the door I choose to open.
This just brought peace to my heart, and I feel happier about my future and enthusiastic about God’s plans for my family.
“Oh Jesus, I surrender myself to you. Take care of everything”.
Ah yes, yet another video that I need to hear. Totally not coincidental. Thanks for the video!
but? it is nonsense! Timothy J? because it leaves out the need to be a christian and NOT a
lost roman catholic pagan!
@@josephcorrigan9160 Joseph, why do you hate the Catholic Church(not all Catholics are Roman Catholic)
@@GretaDumberg and ***why do you tell lies about me*** ? FOR! I hate no one? as? JESUS
does not allow that! and the roman catholic < denomination > is NOT a < c h u r c h > ? WHICH
is a word JESUS never used? and ALL catholics are indeed ***roman*** ! BUT none are christian!
but still pagans!
You're the first Father that I would actually say, "You're cool."
I am not afraid to take decisions, but I only ask God never lose my inner peace. Since inner peace grants me the self conviction that what I am doing is not only "what I want", but God is not against that decision, and it is this that grants me the courage, strength and determination to persist even when I know I must overcome obstacles and hardships by taking such decisions.
Thanks Father, this was very helpful.
THANK YOU FATHER
2024 and am here! Thank you fr. Mike! God bless you and this channel.
I Like YoUr message Brother I really really like they way explain to some who may not know and are reluctant to Chose GOD and His will. 1; I AM thy GOD, thou shall have No other GODS before Me.
"God Bless Us Father Mike"👴.
Thank you for this new information, it has help me in my 3 year long journey of constantly thinking what I should do in life, I'm 25 this year and I have been sitting around wondering what to do as my vocation and waiting for God to answer me because so many people tell me to just ask God if you're not sure, but many times I hear nothing back plus I'm still working on my listening skills with God. I was starting to worry for myself that maybe I am just not too sensitive to God's voice yet so it's harder for me to hear back from Him faster like the others. Anyways, your video helped me to realize that I can now do things as I want to do or had the thought to do, I put those decisions in life on pause because I just kept wanting to hear back from God first then only I'll make a move and decision, so thank you for reminding me that God had already told us He will be with me and all of us wherever we go in life, and He will let no harm fall on us but also highlighting the importance that free will is in my hands as well, whatever decisions I make it's all freewill, so I better make the best decision that I see fit and if there are things and paths where He doesn't want me to go, He will stop in me in His own ways but at least I won't be wondering around if any of those jobs fit me because I never bother to try and see it to the end, I'm going to stop my waiting season now and just move forward, wishing all those out there who are discerning and figuring out what they want to do in life, may God bless us all~ May we also learn to trust in Him to guide us and be there for us wherever we choose to go in life.
When I have an important decision to make or help, I fast. Evening to evening I ask for guidance. Usually within a few days it is clear to my spirit something. If I feel I need more info I set ahead a day to fast AGAIN, maybe asking, “Lord how do I DO this?” Thirdly you can put a fleece before him to confirm what you think you understood, but don’t test or try the Lord. It never fails. Sometimes he shows me I have sin in the way, like priorities or attitude or I’ve offended someone, etc. so remove the obstacles to have his ear and hear. I always learn something. Lean in.
Here are some ideas for a 9-year-old's birthday party:
Scavenger Hunt: Organize a scavenger hunt around the neighborhood or park with clues leading to the birthday gift or party location.
Movie Night: Rent a projector and have a movie night in the backyard or living room.
Craft Party: Have a craft party where the children can make and take home their own creations, such as tie-dye shirts, beaded jewelry, or personalized picture frames.
Sports Day: Organize a sports day with games like capture the flag, dodgeball, and relay races.
Cooking Class: Have a cooking class where the children can learn how to make a new dish or bake their own birthday cake.
Pool Party: Rent a pool or go to a local water park for a day of swimming and fun in the sun.
Board Game Party: Have a board game party with a selection of board games and snacks.
Science Experiment Party: Have a science experiment party where the children can participate in hands-on experiments and learn about science.
Remember to take into account the interests and preferences of the birthday child when choosing the party theme.
Ahhh perfect timing. SUCH a good video. So much wisdom. My weekly bit of spiritual direction ❤
This 🙌 is 🙌 awesome 🙌 spot on
After spending hours on watching videos on YT how to find purpose in life, there is one of two videos that will stay with me for rest of my life. Thank you and Sole Deo Gloria
Thinking of all those things plus having a conversation with God will lead you to where you are meant to be in life
AMEN ☦️ 🙏🏽 THANK YOU FOR YOUR DEVINE WORDS OF WISDOM ✝️ 🙏🏽 🕊 🌿 🪽 🫶🏽
PRECIOUS WISE RETREAT WHERE WE REALLY WANT TO BE...THANK YOU FR. MIKE...🙏❤️✛❤️🙏
Thanks Padre.
Fr moke Schmitz love you thank you so much
Thanks Fr.
ACCIDENTALLY FOUND THIS VIDEO IN A TIME I REALLY NEEDED IT, THANKS SO MUCH , PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE A BLESSING TO ALL THOSE WHOSE HEART YOU TOUCH,, THE DOOR CONCEPT IS REALLY GOOD TO RELATE TO , HENCE UNDERSTOOD IT SO I CAN DECIDE.... THANK YOU FATHER MIKE!!!
God bless.
THANKYOU FR.MIKE...FOR YOUR HELP
AMEN 🙏
Thank you Father! God bless!
Thank You Fr.Mike, I was born Catholic and you are teaching me things I didn't even know! it has opened so many doors to happiness, I can't think of any way to thank you except saying,
I Love you Brother!
BUT? you need to be a christian? Dr De Muertos? and NO one is born a lost roman catholic! and
whatever he has told you is r c lies!
Thank you very much!
Thank you for this.
Very wise and well said. Thank you!
Thank you.
Thank you Fr. Mike, God bless you❤
Thank you! This was amazing, from Waterloo, Ontario :)
I’m Brazilian, and I love your Chanel! God bless u a lot and Virgem Mary ❤️
Thank you for the door analogy! I do love our God because of these choices; one time a priest friend told me that what God wants for us is what it is already our deepest desire, and that I could recognize being in the right track towards it because of the peace and love and joy it would bring. And over the years I've found that to be true.
thank you so much for this, this really helped me i’ve been so confused on discerning this certain thing in my life and this helped a lot thank you
My wife uses T.H.I.N.K (True, helpful, inspirational, necessary, kind) to tell my daughters how to discern what to say to others. It is interesting to see how there are some commonalities between what you are saying and this.
Have your wife make her own video speaking more onto her way of going about it love it and god bless
Take responsibility. Thanks Fr
Thank You Fr. Mike ❤❤❤ God bless you more!
Oooh this is so so good….thank you! Very much like a dichotomous key!!
“I will be there on the other side”.
Geez Fr Mike, you're such a great priest. Thank you and God.
Thank you Fr. Mike, hope God rebuild my family.
Thank you Father.
as someone who is discerning a big decision...this is a big help, a great relief and a point of reflection
THANKS FATHER MIKE! Once again you have explained something so well. I'm in my 60s now but never to late to learn something and try to improve. Wish i saw this video as a youth
Thank you
Thank you so much Fr. Mike🙏
Was about to open a BAD door from my past from boredom in my new, but very good life that has been tough to build. Thank you.
Thank You so much Fr. Mike.. 🙏🙏🙏😭😭😭
GOD BLESS HIS ONE AND ONLY CATHOLIC CHURCH
Great Video Father… Thankyou🇬🇧👍
Thank u father I just needed this light to make a important choice ...God bless u
Superior! No more passing off the responsibility! Great tools, questions. Thank youuuuuuu
Really needed this may GOD bless you abundantly Fr Mike!🙏🏽🤲🏽❤️☝🏽✝️
U r a big free gift to all the youth in the world
Life saving, for i was so stressed about this for long time .. Thank you father
I can tell that Father is very excited about this topic!
God is on the other side of several doors, God will always be there - reminds me of Babette's Feast.
Responsibility for one self, is why I've been so decisive throughout my life 💕. I wish more people realized this
This video gave me some much comfort. It really give me better perspectives on this.
I know this is already 4y ago but im so glad youtube recommend this to me. Thank you Fr. And all of the peoplw behind this channel. ❤
This is what I needed. Thanks and God bless you.
Att: an ex atheist.
Great video!. So comforting to know that even in mistakes and wrong decisions, God makes a way and is always with us. Thank you Fr. Mike.
gid lives u 💝💝
Amen. 🙏
Thanks, Father.
Felt him in this one!🙏
Discernment/ prudence is also important in how we give our impression of others.
Thanks!
You have no idea how much this helped me. I pray God bless you. Thank you
Thank you Father Mike!
This was so helpful and something that I have been struggling with while at a cross-road in my life. Good, Open, Wise, Want ... prayer really does work!. Blessings.
Oh my goodness. He's done it again. THANK YOU FR. MIKE!!!!! This video was much needed.
Father, You are a fountain following of of the Holy Spirit. In todays christian struggles you answer our deepest concerns. Also thank you for being so human. JMJ Bless you . . . Jeff
I have a lot of discerning that I will be facing soon in my life. I am applying to Doctorate programs in psychology (I actually interview with a school tomorrow) and I am going to be in a lot of debt and not be able to have an income for 4 years while in the program. I need to discern whether or not it is in God's will for me to enter into the military in order to pay off my tuition and when I should get married so that I can provide for my wife and possibly new-born child while still in school. I am very scared but I know that God will take care of me.
Sorry I know that was ranty and an un-asked for load of personal matters but I needed to say (write) it.
DontKillAnts If you haven’t done this already, I suggest drawing up a list of pros and cons.
Just a question, why would you not be able to have a job while working on a Doctorate? Plenty of people work full time while getting one. Plus, with a new baby on the way? Military is an excellent profession, very hard workers.
How is it now ? Blessings, hope it is good !
Rififi I am also curious too!
Fellow PhD here. Is it possible to find a fully funded program? Also, academic jobs are hard to come by. Following a career path that will pay off? Don't count on academia. If you are willing to move anywhere in the world, you have a better chance. Good luck. Pursuing a PhD is a wonderful opportunity but debt is real, and a fully funded program is a better way to go. I wish you all the best.
Thank You so much father 😊
Thank you for your guidance and dedication to faith. Life is such a gift, and a miracle in itself.
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Thank you Fr. Mike!
This advice resonates with me since I made the mistake of majoring in Chemistry and spent the last 4 years of college in total misery and socially isolated because I was also inept at making friends. I'll be graduating May, now I need to figure out how to get back on track.
Similar here. I have learned to never give up searching.
I went from chemistry to physics to psychology to computer science.. Now I'm thinking about teaching 😂
Amen thank you REv
Father Mike, you're really hit on the point. I often say to God, 'Your will be done, it's up to You God. " Because i don't want to take the responsibility of my choices. Thank you father Mike, this is what God want me to know.
I remember reading a book in a book I read a book once ctfu forgive that just made me feel like I gotta stop drinking coffee 777 but I am grateful for the advice
You are a gift.
Perfect timing again lol. I'm headed to a discernment retreat this weekend
As much as I miss the beard already, the message is just what I needed. Thanks Father Mike ☺
Excellent! Thank you.
Thank you for sharing this video. It means a lot to me. I think this is the answer that God wants me to hear. I've been wondering about what should I do with my life and often ask god "Just tell me what to do and I will do it" but its not leading me anywhere. With this I realised that maybe God wants me to choose by myself and He will accompany me along the way. Thank you so much
I'm discerning a big life decision at 40, thank you Father Mike!!
Thanks Fr Mike! This video is really helpful! God bless!
Absolutely Amazing Priest and Spiritual Leader! Thank you So Much Fr Mike For All Your Love and Help in this Troubled World.:)
Thank you for sharing this message!
Father Mike, thank you so much for helping us to understand so many things really god bless
Father mike please be strong, we depend on priests like you.. your in God the father's plan to help us to understand more.
Thank you and God bless you Father Mike. I am currently in a difficult period in my life. In a very vulnerable and uncertain point and have been for half a year now. I have been praying a lot asking God to tell me what His will is. And I haven't been able to hear him, till I believe now. Your words truly helped a lot. And in fact make things much simpler than I thought. I will reflect on your words some more to confirm what door to walk through. Thank you once again