A priest told me once “At some point you need to make a decision, and if you make the right one or the wrong one, God will still be there with you guiding you to holiness”. This was in reference to discerning a job.
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Perhaps the soul stirs to an expression that creates a familiar internal knowing... our truth deeper than our understanding seems to guide us to where souls expression can be understood. ' I once a devoted Catholic still find my heart open to that I hear God speak the loudest. Relatable Indeed~ God Bless!
* DOING GOD'S WILL IS EVERYTHING. * GOD ALWAYS SPEAKS IN CLARITY. * OUR FEELINGS DON'T REVEAL THE TRUTH ABOUT REALITY, THEY ONLY REVEAL THE CONDITION OF OUR HEARTS. * WHEN IT COMES TO DECISION MAKING, WE HAVE TO GATHER THE DATA, SEEK COUNSEL, WEIGHT ALL OPTIONS AND RISKS/CONSEQUENCES - AND THEN DECIDE. * EVERY DECISION RISKS SOMETHING, EVERY DECISION COSTS SOMETHING, BUT NOT DECIDING ALSO COSTS SOMETHING.
That is the difficulty here. Scripture might state what the will of God is to a point, but it not a road map. It guides me in decisions, but I have to weigh out all the circumstances I deal with.
@@aimfuldrifterwhere does it say that? The Bible says in Jeremiah 17:9 : “The heart is deceitful above all things, And desperately wicked; Who can know it? The Bible does not say follow your heart.
I am a teacher, a few years ago I was working at a school that was very toxic. It was toxic in ways that led me to massive amounts of stress and bitterness towards everyone in my life. Stubborn me, I wouldn't quit. I kept getting strong urges to put in my notice and quit but my pride wouldn't let me. Teachers are in short demand these days and I knew that I could find another teaching job quickly, but my ego wouldn't let me do it. One morning on my way to work, I prayed and said Father if you want me to leave this job you're gonna have to give me a clear sign. Well, later that very same day, I was told that I wasn't a good fit at this particular school and that my contract wouldn't be renewed; basically I was fired. It was a relief even though my pride and ego were severely bruised but within the next 2 weeks I was interviewed and hired at a school closer to me with better supports and opportunities.
So happy for you. But it doesn´t always work out like that. I know plenty of people who are being bullied at the workplace but cannot leave because they can´t find another job. Why doesn´t God send them signs? Does He love them less?
XD same I was miserable at my dream job also pray for sign and courage to quit. But never have the courage to do so then one the last day I pray to God that he can safe me from this position, at last praised to the lord my boss fired me so I don't have to give the letter. Late I was hired at another clinic with much better support and realized my dream feild is not a gd fit for me no matter how much I tried its gonna break me down mentally
@@AnaRodriguezTerraz I'm sorry for the late reply, the truth is I don't have a good answer for you. What I can attest to, is that the Father loves us all, he doesn't love any of us less than the next person though it may feel that way. When we ask for answers and signs, when we pray and look to the father for help, it doesn't mean we are going to get the results or help we want. I wish I could tell you what prayers to say or how long to wait in order to get your prayers answered. However, everything is in his time and I know that is a general generic answer, however it is the truth.
@@AnaRodriguezTerrazno one goes through life without trials and tribulations. Saint Jude was martyred, do you think God didn't love him? Saint Paul suffered sleepless nights, they tried to stone him, and he was imprisoned. I've read stories about saints who with they would get martyred because they loved Jesus so much. Pray and make they best decisions you can with the power you have been instructed with. Our true power is less than a paper napkin, but Gods power is infinite. He sees what everyone struggles with and he still Loves them.
My sign was my grandma (who raised me) had a heart attack she didn’t recover. I went to st Mary’s and cried. So I am conforming to catholic. Every mass I come home feeling whole. My grandma would be proud. And I have a new community. 🙏 mass was amazing today
I’m 23 years old. I’m currently in my sixth year as an undergrad student majoring in the social sciences department. I feel as if God wants me to become a priest. It’s all I can think about. In a sense, I’m in denial because I’m still young. I was born and raised Catholic. I keep worrying about how my family would react if I followed the signs I’ve seen, but I shouldn’t because it’s my life. After all, I’d be living a life that pleases God.
What a beautiful desire you have in your heart... I believe you should explore that deeper and see if that really is your calling. The church needs good priest. Faithful and God Loving, people loving priest.
Just follow your Heart, God will make you path smooth. Praying for you young people who strive to serve God. You will never regret if you follow God's will. By God's grace you might be a good Priest like Father Mike😊. God bless
The Lord wants us to trust Him. My faith has been tested many many times. Long story but Jesus saved me from deep, dangerous occult (not to mention serious sin!) and prior to being saved/conversion experience idolatry was so rampant in my mind even though I was seeking to do God's will in everything. So I have been tested to trust God and to do God's will no matter what others around me thought incl my kids, husband, mother, sister. Painful but was necessary to go through all this to be so close to our Lord to do His will in all. Bless you in your discernment!
One problem that adds to the difficulty of making decisions is having clinical depression. I lived it. Try to get married with that over one’s head. Called off my first wedding 3 weeks beforehand. It was humiliating, almost unheard of in my day and my Mom wouldn’t speak to me for a couple of months. We married 2 years later. Trying to decide what to do was a nightmare. Once I weighed everything, I decided to marry quickly so I couldn’t change my mind. ( Depression is exhausting ) I thought about everything to do with marriage and being Catholic, and although he was not my great love ( ruled that guy out a few years earlier, because of possible alcoholism ) I felt it was my best choice. Seeing so many people terribly “ in love “ who had divorced, I knew that it had to do with commitment. Celebrated our 44th Anniversary last month! Love is not a feeling - it is a commitment.
Well said! Its more to do with what is practical: not a dream wedding or dream house ect, but is this GODS will....will we asa couple be a good example of CHRISTS love and forgiveness.
@@deirdremorris9234 Hi Deidre, if you can give me your opinion...there was a young man I dated for about 4 months last year. I dated him because he was very strong and solid in his faith and love for Jesus. From day one I never felt any type of physical attraction to him but I wanted to give God a chance to grow my physical attraction towards him because I knew the guy would make a faithful, loving husband one day. We also were lacking in chemistry, I felt drained and conflicted after hanging out with him instead of rejuvenated and excited to see him again. But I kept telling myself to hang in there because maybe God would produce some chemistry over time. Unfortunately the more I tried to force myself to imagine a life with him, the more I felt like I would probably feel 'trapped' and lonely in a marriage relationship with him. I guarded both our hearts to the best of my ability by not allowing anything physical to happen during dating including kissing. And I'm really grateful that I did that because his feelings for me outpaced mine for him significantly and he started to talk about marriage around the 4th month mark. I knew in my heart that I wasn't able to commit myself to him in that way so I shared my heart with him about my internal conflicts and discontinued seeing him. What I'm getting at is, do you believe the only necessary thing for a good marriage is reverence for God and forgiveness? I've struggled with feelings of wondering if I am "shallow" because I didn't choose to marry this guy who loved the Lord very much. Do you have any thoughts on this? Does God want us to feel some type of reverence for our partners in addition to sharing spiritual values? Or should we marry someone without any attraction and chemistry, and hope for the best if they have same spiritual beliefs and seem like they would be a good spouse?
@@cbebop5 You answered your own question: you said you were drained and conflicted. Im very pleased you guarded both your hearts by refraining from physical side. Every Good and Perfect gift comes from the FATHER. James 1:17. You are a wise woman for exploring the serious dimensions of marriage! Most average men get turned down and they at times can be the best! FATHER wants to Bless marriages! If you had no affections for this man, there is no shame in it! Go in peace and went on the LORD. 🙏❤ ""wait on the LORD"
Honestly I'm not good at decision making I always doubt myself. Maybe that's why my life is tough right now. Thank you Father Mike for this great message.
Journalize your circumstances, write them down. When in doubt about something, wait, do not proceed. Write it down, think, show restraint, and make your decision of your own free will.
"At the same time, I think the anxiety a lot of us experience about making decisions about the future is more about getting out of the responsibility of making a decision and less about doing God's will." So good thank you Father Mike
I was baptized in a Baptist church at 10 and confirmed Catholic in 2020. I love my protestant brothers and sisters. I always will be grateful for the Baptist people who inspired me to know Jesus and learn more. God bless you, Sister
Making a decision is one of my biggest weakness. When I was a child I always relied on parents decision (not their fault). It came to the point that I didnt know how to decide for myself. Was too scared of taking risk and loosing. I was so used to letting others decide for me that simple tasks takes time for me to handle and I am unable to defend what I want. I was also always waiting for a sign. So for parents out there. Teach your child how to make decisions while they are young. Make them understand that its ok to make mistakes. Thats its ok to take risks.
Me too. I think I m an airhead. Yes I think it is very important to help your children learn how to make decisions for themselves. I ve made a real mess up of my life because I didn't know how to make decisions for myself. Feel your pain. God bless ❤
Something that always helps me in my decision making process is having very candid prayer with the Lord Jesus. I talk to him as if he is sitting at the foot of my bed listening very intently. (Which he actually is) I am also someone who will take whatever time I need in order to make a sound decision. Many times in my life I have made some really dumb decisions in haste. I learned that haste is of the Devil himself. Patience and prayer have been my best weapons in making good and sound decisions about any of lifes challenges. I also think to myself "What would please Jesus?" How can I be a good steward of what he has blessed me with in order to make good for myself or others? I hope this helps you. They are things I think about and pray about when I need to discern how to make a good decision.
Cameron, I'm in the same boat. Discerning my religious vocation. Praying for you as well because it is a daunting process for me. Also, having a vocations director will be immensely helpful.
“God always speaks in clarity.” “You have to make the decision.” “A disciple is a decision-maker.” Another great video today, Father Mike. Thank you so much for your words of Wisdom. God bless you and Ascension Presents.
@@sethjohnson5726 Because God respecs our free will. God does not want to force you to make a decision and most often He wants you to make the decision by reviewing the circumstances by yourself because you take the responsibility for your choice afterwards. That's how we can be saved, by choosing the right decision with our free will and with independent responsibility. He's giving us freedom but also responsibility to choose.
@@sethjohnson5726 Philip is right. Because we have our free will and God wants us to be responsible (Fr. Mike mentioned about responsibility as well). That's actually a clear answer already from God, kind of like, "I give you free will, be wise in taking decision, and then be responsible."
I'm a protestant but your videos are great. I'm in the middle of some big decisions and this video was like a slap in the face going "hey bro chill out, come back to reality and be practical". Some groups of protestants can be so feely
@@jdkskwkwjdjxjfen Still don't hear his voice? That's easy.. What is Jesus? The Truth You believe in Jesus so you hear his voice The way you follow Jesus so you hear his voice The Life You believe Jesus offers Eternal life so you hear his voice. Jesus speaks to the Spirit...... your Spirit hears a lot... Practical advice: His voice is in the Bible, your heart, your desires to love him, Saints that have spoken directly to him and your willingness to serve him... Don't worry God has you in the palm of his hand and unknown to you is leading you into your life .. remember this and you'll be doing the will of God... have Mercy on everyone, no matter what they do forgive them and pray for them... Contemplate the Death of Jesus, a lot... if you have more than you need remember the poor and always give thanks for everything in your life that is good.... This is how you hear his voice clearly.. when you do his will, you will hear his voice in a different way.. it's a journey and we pick up things along the way not at the start of the journey but on the journey.. so relax trust God and enjoy the Pilgrimage.. there's no better journey than to know this life is not the true life. Also If God is drawing you towards Catholicism, I would recommend going to places like Catholic Answers and you'll find a wealth of knowledge on every subject.. take a look and see if God is calling you this way or maybe not... God has you regardless of the tribe you join. Can I recommend a Saint for you , we catholics have many words given to us from Jesus through many of his Saints.. this one is for our days..Jesus has extended his hand of Mercy for these days as a last resort..God Bless www.divinemercy.org/elements-of-divine-mercy/diary/86-diary-of-st-faustina.html
@@sevenswords8781 wow thx. I had to take a screen shot so I can save it for later that was really good. And yea I'll take a look at the link and consider the material
I went to church for the first time on Sunday and it's been 8 years I stepped away but the service the priest gave I felt like God was using him to get the message to me i felt this warmth an peace and I want to get to know him more 🙏 hopefully it's possible for me to do
8:47 Having watched Fr Mike.. I was reminded of the eleven word Novena that I say everyday, as told to us by Padre Pio. “Oh my Jesus I abandon myself to you, you take over”
"God always speaks in clarity." When you phrased it that way, it made a lot of sense to me. The devil and his reasonings are murky, and they are mixed up and make your brain hurt and cause you distress. Thanks for enlightening me Father!
The Devil also speaks in clarity, and his reasonings are solid (not murky). But, you will know the message is from the Devil and not from God. And, you might possibly be persuaded by the Devil.
It doesn’t matter how old may be a talk about God😅words , they will always be for those who wants to hear from him .Thank you Father to be an instrument of God as I needed the topic today in 2024 . God bless your work 🙏
EJL Creative I would if I could. When I chose my college I prayed alot and thought i had "signs". I chose to stick to my degree even though I don't like it since it's one of the cheapest colleges in my state. I'm already in my senior year as well haha. 😂ah well, God will make something of it lol
I received a sign yesterday. I was tbh waiting for a sign from God. I have this bible journal that I had to beg my mom to buy since actually we're not Christians. I haven't started reading it yet. I wanted it to start it from the coming year. Yesterday when I was moving the journal, I accidentally opened a page and lemme quote the words. 'He chose you. Regardless of how it happened, he called you by name, and now you are his'' Feeling blessed ❤️
@@Adam-John I was just thinking did he choose me for this ? Is Christianity my salvation and then the words ' He chose you' and the feeling of certainty. That was the sign.
@@darshani5507 That is exactly the point. How do you determine it. What is the reliable method to lead you to the truth. What do you know about Christianity. You mentioned "did he choose me for this". First and foremost, you need to make sure the "he" in that sentence is even real. Then only anything else that follows will make sense.
Caroline, as long as you are on this earth, then you know that God has a loving plan for you -- otherwise he wouldn't leave you here. We all have made poor choices in our lives, but as the Portuguese saying goes, "God writes straight with crooked lines." I thought I had missed out on God's calling as a young man, but later I ended up going in a completely unexpected direction that has allowed me to use the gifts He gave me to help build His kingdom. He is the God of Second Chances (and third and fourth chances -- even 70 x 7 chances!). Read His Word and the works of good spiritual writers, find a sound spiritual adviser, and learn how to listen and discern His promptings. And try to live in each day in accordance with His will. The rest of your life will work itself out. I'm praying for you.
Hey Caroline, we have all been there. We fall and most often than not..we fall again. But God is with us through our highs and lows. God's will for you is an ongoing and continuous one..so you have really not missed anything. Hold on Him and find courage to keep going. I do not know if you are catholic but the beauty of the 'Our Father's' and 'Hail Marys' is that it is a great place to start praying. I hope you find the strength to pray and keep going. ♥️
I have and am going through the same thing but it is never too late. If you knowingly did so go to confession and confess your sins.Then start afresh and truly seek counsel. If unknowingly you missed God’s will for your life then seek God’s guidance ask the holy spirit to pray on your behalf when you cannot pray. Then wait on the Lord. When you make the first steps you will be guided by God . Life isn’t a straight and easy road
Sometimes God speaks to me in "A-Ha" moments (that are not based on transient emotions), rather appears in situations were "all the dots just suddenly connect" .......providing clarity. Constant prayer and reflection is also very helpful. Thank you Fr. for the video.
And this is where I put aside the the last 30 years of my life and press reset. Painful but now I realise that to decide my future is what I've been avoiding for too long and there's been a price to pay for that indecision. Prayers needed.
Don't worry. Even though we have to be responsible for everything we have decided, God will be with you to be responsible. And you can always have community around you :)
Something that always helps me in my decision making process is having very candid prayer with the Lord Jesus. I talk to him as if he is sitting at the foot of my bed listening very intently. (Which he actually is) I am also someone who will take whatever time I need in order to make a sound decision. Many times in my life I have made some really dumb decisions in haste. I learned that haste is of the Devil himself. Patience and prayer have been my best weapons in making good and sound decisions about any of lifes challenges. I also think to myself "What would please Jesus?" How can I be a good steward of what he has blessed me with in order to make good for myself or others?
Just happened to stumble upon this after making a decision that cost the unity in the family. Thank you Father, this was so timely. Offering fraternal correction is a hard and lonely choice but something one must have to do when the eternal and temporal consequences are grave. As one of the comments below says, God will still be there with you guiding you to holiness. I pray that His Holy will be done everyday.
Boom I think God is telling me you are my spiritual director, cause whenever im struggling with things. Boom Father Mike tells me what I need to know ! Thank you Father Mike and peace be with your spirit 🙏 🙏🙏🏴
I have just discovered your channel Father Mike and I just want to say thank you. I am a catholic and a mortician and God shows me many many times a day how great He is. There is no greater love than His and He literally brings me my knees in gratitude. God bless everyone of His creations. Thank you Father Mike.
Sometimes I ask God please speak to me loudly, clearly and in megaphone 📢 ...not dreams, no feelings, no sign stuff... it's hard but I trust He always has the final Word 🙏🏻
Last year I was very troubled about something in my life and I randomly came across an article while searching for an answer to something related to it, but not specific. The article contained some very difficult truths about what I was troubled about that were hard for me to accept. I almost blew off the article, but then I saw that it was by Father Mike. I had just started watching Father Mike and had been finding a lot of inspiration about different things in my life. I felt like it was God's answer to my question and sort of like a sign.
God gave me a sign after I made a decision, to affirm that my choice was correct. My choice allowed me more time and freedom to humble myself in prayer at Church as often as I can after work. I am moving ever closer to God and strengthening my faith in my senior years.
Dear Fr. Mike, Jackie and Bobby Angel, Thank you for putting out the incredible faith resource: “ Pray, Decide and Don’t Worry”. I am glad to have found it just when I am about to make an important life decision. God bless you all for the work you do.
UBeloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (Godstime MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact wherever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on +2348025125218) tell him I sent an you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you..
Thank you for letting the Spirit speak thru you. I have made the decision to follow Jesus No Turning Back. Now and for eternity. I ask only for for the graces necessary to fulfill from my hearr
Thank you Father. Found this very useful as I am decerning my call into religous life. I just have anxiety but I want to do the right thing. If you read this would you pray for me? Again thank you. ~ Kathleen
Hi Kathleen! I was where you are now a few years ago and I get the anxiety that comes with it at times. Looking back, it was a total adventure with God and something I am grateful for because I experienced what it was like to live in complete freedom, not knowing if I was going to stay in the convent/ go home, but knowing that I was letting God do his will in my life. It's nerve racking, yes, but I can truly say those were some of the best moments in my life so far, so cherish this time. I'll be praying for you :)
Hi Kathleen! All the best for your discernment. Don't forget to find peer or mentor to help you. And for sure you will be welcomed to discuss with everyone ❤ God bless you.
"The heart is deceitful above all things, and it is exceedingly corrupt: who can know it? I, Jehovah, search the mind, I try the heart, even to give every man according to his ways, according to the fruit of his doings." Jeremiah 17 9-10
True! Not to down women because I am one, but women tend to be more emotional than practical. Thats why the marriage relationship cant be based on the typical protocals of the world.
@@deirdremorris9234 elarn to use the mind more , and emotions to give for caring children . and us more intelligence sid for descioion making . ,as primary source in faith in the lord.
I do not claim to know everything, but I know that Jesus covered everything in His short 33 years here on earth. Every answer is found in scripture. I am following Fr Mike in his podcast; “The Bible in a Year” and every day, I am learning more and more about scripture and how its the Living Word of God, and how it speaks to me. Just 20 mins a day, and we’re on Day 148 now. So blessed, so so blessed.
I love all your assignments and how you preach the word You are a good Catholic priest . Full of knowledge of the word of God God bless you and your great ministry I love listening to you Thank you
I always get so happy and joyful when i go on TH-cam and see the faces of Fr Mike, Fr Mark - Mary and Jackie and Bobby Angel, it’s like you guys a literally my family haha.
Just what I needed 😭 this is clearly a sign for me! Thank you father and of course God for putting this video in my path. I struggle so much in making a decision because I just want to do Gods will and want to be told what to do! Hence not taking responsibility! 😔 I just hope my path can change and its not too late.
So happy I found this. God speaks with clarity. When you are obssessing about a decision, that is not God speaking to you. People spend too much of their lives based on feelings only. That is not trusting in God's protection.Thank you Father Mike.
@@aimfuldrifter sometimes you have to think with your head, not your heart. Other times it's the heart that counts. It depends on the scenario I guess. When in doubt, give it to the Lord and he will direct your path. That's scriptural by the way 👍🏼
Thank you Father Mike for this. This literally was a sign as I was contemplating whether I should pursue a post grad dip. In Education. Your talk helped me to think prayerfully and soberly about this and I made a decision to complete the application. The part where you said he has given us the chance to be stewards made me feel to cry. It touched me very deeply and made me realise that my decision to do this dip. Ed. Was not out of pride but so that I can continue to serve him through the ministry of teaching. I was afraid of going ahead with the decision because I don't know if I can balance studying part time, teaching from home and also single parenting... but I'm deciding to finish applying and trust God to work out the details. Thank you Fr. Mike. May God continue to bless you.
Thank you for this timely video, Father. I'm currently discerning my religious vocation and your video is just the push I needed. Was putting off making a decision on this because it's a life-altering choice, to put it mildly. I'm still afraid but your explanation gave me the encouragement I needed. Thank you!
@@lukebrasting5108 thank you for the advice, good point! Unfortunately, I am unable to as I'm discerning the call to religious life (orders of religious nuns). I'll see though if they have more traditional orders. God bless!
Thank you. I should know this already, but it is so hard to apply. I‘m one of the anxious types and very indecisive. I could spend years wondering what I should do and then end up making any decision out of pressure and then feel miserable with it ☹️.
Made a big life decision over a year ago and prayed and "saw signs" but still had doubts.What Fr said makes so much sense especially about the anxiety being more about not wanting to take responsibility for the decision. But a wise friend said to me, just remember that God is with you wherever you go and he can write straight with crooked lines. God bless Fr Mike and good counsellors who help, guide and even push us. Come what may God is with me and he's with you too.😊
Father, I am from the Philippines. I would just like to say that the videos here and the subject is severely underrated. Keep doing this, a mix of theology, Catholic doctrine, and life advice from time to time.
You’re helping me to realize God really did speak to me in my dream. I really prayed and asked for Him just to say something small.. just so I could know He loves me and knows me. That night I heard “I am a supernatural God” as clear as a bell. It was a loving voice, but when it spoke everything else was so quiet... and all the attention and focus was only on that voice. It was awesome.
Have you heard of signal graces before? They're little signs that God gives to people in order to strengthen and encourage them and ti draw them closer to Himself. Google it and have a read of some of the articles that pop up. And try praying a 15 decade Rosary (5 in the morning, 5 at midday, and 5 in the evening or all at once if you have the time) every day for a week and see what happens because 1 of the 15 promises of the Rosary is that those who pray it will receive signal graces.
I was dead set on joining the military as soon as I left school, I’ve always been healthy no problems. But all of a sudden in my last year of highschool I was diagnosed with coeliacs, nothing deadly but a food allergy that stops me from joining. My faith has always been wavering but this sort of strengthened my faith and now I feel like I’m moving to the path of God like he’s helping me along the way.
Amén; que Dios te bendiga y proteja, La Santísima Virgen Madre María te acompañe y cuide, y San Miguel Arcángel y tu ángel custodio te defiendan y alejen de todo tipo de mal y peligro especialmente todo tipo de asechanzas malignas, ahora y siempre; Amén 🙏❤💖✝️💖❤💖
When a lady meets a nice young man and thinks, "He would be great for my niece." Then, 6 months later the niece meets him through a computer dating service. He asks, "How did you get my phone number?" The niece says, " Through a dating service." The young man says, "That can't be right. My membership expired a year ago." For ME THAT is a sign. It is also a true story of how I met my husband. We were married for 32 years before he passed away. I only wish I had had more time with him, but it was great while it lasted.
This video came across my path just in the nick of time. I have been struggling to make a decision and God spoke to me loud & clear. God's will is everything!!! Amen, to God be the glory. Thank you, Father Mike for posting this wonderful counsel of a message 🙏🏼
This is Great! Praise God! It changed me a bit in terms of decision making. "DECISION NOT BASE ON THE FEELINGS BUT ON THE FACTS." Thank you Fr. Mike. God bless you! :)
Very clear, thanks. It’s been said the will plus reason equals free will. Also praying and discerning helps. Even just seeing how you feel after entrusting something to God.
My sons widow and baby have moved in with me and making decisions is terribly hard. We are both grieving and would rather not have to make any decision. It would help if God just could just tell me what to do. 🙏🏻😢💔✝️
You commented two years ago. I hope you are finding some peace and joy in life again. It can be so hard to make decisions sometimes even on a good day. I pray that God comforts you.
One can make the mistake of thinking Fr Mike to be the warm fuzzy sermon giver but you will every now and again find with him a hard teaching which is a quality I find to be Christ like.
UBeloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (Godstime MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact wherever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on +2348025125218) tell him I sent an you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you......
Fr. Mike, the other day, out of nowhere I got a strong indication to pray for you! Not sure what it's about but I pray against any attack or evil that may come against you and ask St. Michael to intercede on your behalf. May you and your ministry be blessed and protected always! In Jesus' Holy Name, I pray.
After my pre-Cana retreat I was having HUGE doubts about whether I should marry this man or not. I prayed for a sign. On the drive home I saw a rainbow and thought OH! a sign of a covenant! ... Our annulment was granted this year.
Maybe its because of the hunger to listen to our Father. Also if He is so obvious then we are no free to choose. I would love to know, just not to waste any minute more. Its as i am wasting gold dust, but i am dust, maybe its not requeired to do it all perfect, just continue and trust Him, and share his love. Kisses to you all.
I get signs from everwhere recently in my life. I cannot doubt anymore... I decided to take a leap of faith, abandon my doubt and atheist empty life and trust in God with whatever comes my way.
A priest told me once “At some point you need to make a decision, and if you make the right one or the wrong one, God will still be there with you guiding you to holiness”. This was in reference to discerning a job.
Love that. I think it is saying that who we are being is more important than what we are doing.
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"Every decision risks something, every decision costs something but so does not deciding..." Thank you Father!
UBeloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (Godstime MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact wherever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on +2348025125218) tell him I sent an you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.....
Then again, it's not up to us, but the same Holy Spirit that's going with the more "virile" Jorge Bergoglio.
Very true
Some decisions cost more and have far greater risks.
I'm not even catholic but the way he talks about god (so excitable) is so relatable.
God bless.
Fr. Mike is truly a gift. So helpful in so many ways.
Perhaps the soul stirs to an expression that creates a familiar internal knowing... our truth deeper than our understanding seems to guide us to where souls expression can be understood. ' I once a devoted Catholic still find my heart open to that I hear God speak the loudest. Relatable Indeed~ God Bless!
Fingers Crossed this is Gift of Holy Spirit. Fr Mike thank for this God Bless you
Just a reminder to capitalize God when talking about the One God! God bless you and have a nice day!
Fingers Crossed I invite you to The One True Church!
* DOING GOD'S WILL IS EVERYTHING.
* GOD ALWAYS SPEAKS IN CLARITY.
* OUR FEELINGS DON'T REVEAL THE TRUTH ABOUT REALITY, THEY ONLY REVEAL THE CONDITION OF OUR HEARTS.
* WHEN IT COMES TO DECISION MAKING, WE HAVE TO GATHER THE DATA, SEEK COUNSEL, WEIGHT ALL OPTIONS AND RISKS/CONSEQUENCES - AND THEN DECIDE.
* EVERY DECISION RISKS SOMETHING, EVERY DECISION COSTS SOMETHING, BUT NOT DECIDING ALSO COSTS SOMETHING.
But in some verses it's said to listen to your heart. So go figure. It's not all black and white.
That is the difficulty here. Scripture might state what the will of God is to a point, but it not a road map. It guides me in decisions, but I have to weigh out all the circumstances I deal with.
@@aimfuldrifterwhere does it say that? The Bible says in Jeremiah 17:9 : “The heart is deceitful above all things, And desperately wicked; Who can know it?
The Bible does not say follow your heart.
My freedom, my money, and my happiness. 💯
Thank you for the recap
Haha before I clicked on this video, I saw the title and literally thought “Oh my gosh! This is a sign!” Heehee
Me too haha!!
Indeed.
Same 😂
Me too lololol
Me too hahaha. Btw you literally have the same last name as Maximilian Kolbe 😀
I am a teacher, a few years ago I was working at a school that was very toxic. It was toxic in ways that led me to massive amounts of stress and bitterness towards everyone in my life. Stubborn me, I wouldn't quit. I kept getting strong urges to put in my notice and quit but my pride wouldn't let me. Teachers are in short demand these days and I knew that I could find another teaching job quickly, but my ego wouldn't let me do it. One morning on my way to work, I prayed and said Father if you want me to leave this job you're gonna have to give me a clear sign. Well, later that very same day, I was told that I wasn't a good fit at this particular school and that my contract wouldn't be renewed; basically I was fired. It was a relief even though my pride and ego were severely bruised but within the next 2 weeks I was interviewed and hired at a school closer to me with better supports and opportunities.
So happy for you. But it doesn´t always work out like that. I know plenty of people who are being bullied at the workplace but cannot leave because they can´t find another job. Why doesn´t God send them signs? Does He love them less?
XD same I was miserable at my dream job also pray for sign and courage to quit. But never have the courage to do so then one the last day I pray to God that he can safe me from this position, at last praised to the lord my boss fired me so I don't have to give the letter.
Late I was hired at another clinic with much better support and realized my dream feild is not a gd fit for me no matter how much I tried its gonna break me down mentally
@@AnaRodriguezTerraz I'm sorry for the late reply, the truth is I don't have a good answer for you. What I can attest to, is that the Father loves us all, he doesn't love any of us less than the next person though it may feel that way. When we ask for answers and signs, when we pray and look to the father for help, it doesn't mean we are going to get the results or help we want. I wish I could tell you what prayers to say or how long to wait in order to get your prayers answered. However, everything is in his time and I know that is a general generic answer, however it is the truth.
@@aintgonnaletuknow5758 Congratulations!!
@@AnaRodriguezTerrazno one goes through life without trials and tribulations. Saint Jude was martyred, do you think God didn't love him? Saint Paul suffered sleepless nights, they tried to stone him, and he was imprisoned. I've read stories about saints who with they would get martyred because they loved Jesus so much. Pray and make they best decisions you can with the power you have been instructed with. Our true power is less than a paper napkin, but Gods power is infinite. He sees what everyone struggles with and he still Loves them.
My sign was my grandma (who raised me) had a heart attack she didn’t recover. I went to st Mary’s and cried. So I am conforming to catholic. Every mass I come home feeling whole. My grandma would be proud. And I have a new community. 🙏 mass was amazing today
How don't you have more likes? : )
I bet she prayed very hard for you!!!😇
It was good of you to make that decision. Amen 🙏
God Bless
Wow she’s praying for you!
Thanks!
I’m 23 years old. I’m currently in my sixth year as an undergrad student majoring in the social sciences department. I feel as if God wants me to become a priest. It’s all I can think about. In a sense, I’m in denial because I’m still young. I was born and raised Catholic. I keep worrying about how my family would react if I followed the signs I’ve seen, but I shouldn’t because it’s my life. After all, I’d be living a life that pleases God.
Prayed for you, my friend.
What a beautiful desire you have in your heart... I believe you should explore that deeper and see if that really is your calling. The church needs good priest. Faithful and God Loving, people loving priest.
Just follow your Heart, God will make you path smooth. Praying for you young people who strive to serve God. You will never regret if you follow God's will. By God's grace you might be a good Priest like Father Mike😊. God bless
The Lord wants us to trust Him. My faith has been tested many many times. Long story but Jesus saved me from deep, dangerous occult (not to mention serious sin!) and prior to being saved/conversion experience idolatry was so rampant in my mind even though I was seeking to do God's will in everything. So I have been tested to trust God and to do God's will no matter what others around me thought incl my kids, husband, mother, sister. Painful but was necessary to go through all this to be so close to our Lord to do His will in all. Bless you in your discernment!
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One problem that adds to the difficulty of making decisions is having clinical depression.
I lived it. Try to get married with that over one’s head. Called off my first wedding 3 weeks beforehand. It was humiliating, almost unheard of in my day and my Mom wouldn’t speak to me for a couple of months.
We married 2 years later. Trying to decide what to do was a nightmare. Once I weighed everything, I decided to marry quickly so I couldn’t change my mind. ( Depression is exhausting )
I thought about everything to do with marriage and being Catholic, and although he was not my great love ( ruled that guy out a few years earlier, because of possible alcoholism ) I felt it was my best choice. Seeing so many people terribly “ in love “ who had divorced, I knew that it had to do with commitment.
Celebrated our 44th Anniversary last month!
Love is not a feeling - it is a commitment.
Well said! Its more to do with what is practical: not a dream wedding or dream house ect, but is this GODS will....will we asa couple be a good example of CHRISTS love and forgiveness.
@@deirdremorris9234 Hi Deidre, if you can give me your opinion...there was a young man I dated for about 4 months last year. I dated him because he was very strong and solid in his faith and love for Jesus. From day one I never felt any type of physical attraction to him but I wanted to give God a chance to grow my physical attraction towards him because I knew the guy would make a faithful, loving husband one day. We also were lacking in chemistry, I felt drained and conflicted after hanging out with him instead of rejuvenated and excited to see him again. But I kept telling myself to hang in there because maybe God would produce some chemistry over time. Unfortunately the more I tried to force myself to imagine a life with him, the more I felt like I would probably feel 'trapped' and lonely in a marriage relationship with him. I guarded both our hearts to the best of my ability by not allowing anything physical to happen during dating including kissing. And I'm really grateful that I did that because his feelings for me outpaced mine for him significantly and he started to talk about marriage around the 4th month mark. I knew in my heart that I wasn't able to commit myself to him in that way so I shared my heart with him about my internal conflicts and discontinued seeing him.
What I'm getting at is, do you believe the only necessary thing for a good marriage is reverence for God and forgiveness? I've struggled with feelings of wondering if I am "shallow" because I didn't choose to marry this guy who loved the Lord very much. Do you have any thoughts on this? Does God want us to feel some type of reverence for our partners in addition to sharing spiritual values? Or should we marry someone without any attraction and chemistry, and hope for the best if they have same spiritual beliefs and seem like they would be a good spouse?
Pj, please see my question to Deidre below, I wouldn't mind hearing your thoughts and opinion as well. :)
@@cbebop5 You answered your own question: you said you were drained and conflicted. Im very pleased you guarded both your hearts by refraining from physical side. Every Good and Perfect gift comes from the FATHER. James 1:17. You are a wise woman for exploring the serious dimensions of marriage! Most average men get turned down and they at times can be the best! FATHER wants to Bless marriages! If you had no affections for this man, there is no shame in it! Go in peace and went on the LORD. 🙏❤ ""wait on the LORD"
Pj Smith amen. It is NOT a feeling.... it is an act of the Will.
Honestly I'm not good at decision making I always doubt myself. Maybe that's why my life is tough right now. Thank you Father Mike for this great message.
Same
I truly hope you are doing better 🙏🏼
I'm the same.
Journalize your circumstances, write them down. When in doubt about something, wait, do not proceed. Write it down, think, show restraint, and make your decision of your own free will.
"At the same time, I think the anxiety a lot of us experience about making decisions about the future is more about getting out of the responsibility of making a decision and less about doing God's will." So good thank you Father Mike
This was very helpful to me. I’m Protestant but anyone who worships Jesus as God above all is my brother or sister
I was baptized in a Baptist church at 10 and confirmed Catholic in 2020.
I love my protestant brothers and sisters.
I always will be grateful for the Baptist people who inspired me to know Jesus and learn more.
God bless you, Sister
I agree
Making a decision is one of my biggest weakness. When I was a child I always relied on parents decision (not their fault). It came to the point that I didnt know how to decide for myself. Was too scared of taking risk and loosing. I was so used to letting others decide for me that simple tasks takes time for me to handle and I am unable to defend what I want. I was also always waiting for a sign.
So for parents out there. Teach your child how to make decisions while they are young. Make them understand that its ok to make mistakes. Thats its ok to take risks.
Me too. I think I m an airhead. Yes I think it is very important to help your children learn how to make decisions for themselves. I ve made a real mess up of my life because I didn't know how to make decisions for myself. Feel your pain. God bless ❤
This video came as I’m discerning vocations, albeit very nervously. What a wonderful gift it is, and very helpful. God bless and take care, Father.
Something that always helps me in my decision making process is having very candid prayer with the Lord Jesus. I talk to him as if he is sitting at the foot of my bed listening very intently. (Which he actually is) I am also someone who will take whatever time I need in order to make a sound decision. Many times in my life I have made some really dumb decisions in haste. I learned that haste is of the Devil himself. Patience and prayer have been my best weapons in making good and sound decisions about any of lifes challenges. I also think to myself "What would please Jesus?" How can I be a good steward of what he has blessed me with in order to make good for myself or others? I hope this helps you. They are things I think about and pray about when I need to discern how to make a good decision.
Cameron, I'm in the same boat. Discerning my religious vocation. Praying for you as well because it is a daunting process for me. Also, having a vocations director will be immensely helpful.
I pray for your discernment 🙏
@@phine999 I am sixteen and I am also in the same boat 😅
@@sibejoh6575 praying for you. I'm hopeful the Lord will show us His will clearly.
“God always speaks in clarity.” “You have to make the decision.” “A disciple is a decision-maker.”
Another great video today, Father Mike. Thank you so much for your words of Wisdom. God bless you and Ascension Presents.
And confirms a number of times also 😊
Karin Creaser
Hi!😊 Who confirms a number of times? God or the disciple?
I don't quite understand. Why doesn't God make his will clear to everyone? If God has a purpose for you, why doesn't he come out and say it?
@@sethjohnson5726 Because God respecs our free will. God does not want to force you to make a decision and most often He wants you to make the decision by reviewing the circumstances by yourself because you take the responsibility for your choice afterwards. That's how we can be saved, by choosing the right decision with our free will and with independent responsibility. He's giving us freedom but also responsibility to choose.
@@sethjohnson5726 Philip is right. Because we have our free will and God wants us to be responsible (Fr. Mike mentioned about responsibility as well). That's actually a clear answer already from God, kind of like, "I give you free will, be wise in taking decision, and then be responsible."
I'm a protestant but your videos are great. I'm in the middle of some big decisions and this video was like a slap in the face going "hey bro chill out, come back to reality and be practical". Some groups of protestants can be so feely
My Sheep know my Voice..
@@sevenswords8781 I've tried and tried and still dont
@@jdkskwkwjdjxjfen Still don't hear his voice?
That's easy.. What is Jesus?
The Truth
You believe in Jesus so you hear his voice
The way
you follow Jesus so you hear his voice
The Life
You believe Jesus offers Eternal life so you hear his voice.
Jesus speaks to the Spirit...... your Spirit hears a lot...
Practical advice:
His voice is in the Bible, your heart, your desires to love him, Saints that have spoken directly to him and your willingness to serve him...
Don't worry God has you in the palm of his hand and unknown to you is leading you into your life .. remember this and you'll be doing the will of God... have Mercy on everyone, no matter what they do forgive them and pray for them... Contemplate the Death of Jesus, a lot... if you have more than you need remember the poor and always give thanks for everything in your life that is good....
This is how you hear his voice clearly.. when you do his will, you will hear his voice in a different way.. it's a journey and we pick up things along the way not at the start of the journey but on the journey.. so relax trust God and enjoy the Pilgrimage.. there's no better journey than to know this life is not the true life.
Also If God is drawing you towards Catholicism, I would recommend going to places like Catholic Answers and you'll find a wealth of knowledge on every subject.. take a look and see if God is calling you this way or maybe not... God has you regardless of the tribe you join. Can I recommend a Saint for you , we catholics have many words given to us from Jesus through many of his Saints.. this one is for our days..Jesus has extended his hand of Mercy for these days as a last resort..God Bless
www.divinemercy.org/elements-of-divine-mercy/diary/86-diary-of-st-faustina.html
@@sevenswords8781 wow thx. I had to take a screen shot so I can save it for later that was really good. And yea I'll take a look at the link and consider the material
@@jdkskwkwjdjxjfen
Your always doing the will of God when you want the good of others.. that's Love.
God Bless your journey..
I went to church for the first time on Sunday and it's been 8 years I stepped away but the service the priest gave I felt like God was using him to get the message to me i felt this warmth an peace and I want to get to know him more 🙏 hopefully it's possible for me to do
Of course it's possible,GOD. Loves it when we try to get to know HIM more
I believe it's cuz it brings us closer to HIM
Praise God. It’s possible for you because God loves you like He Loves all His children
dear beautiful soul reading this, ur so beautiful and loved and worthy 🦋 Jesus loves you!
Not true! shutup
@@cartergrant6504 rlly is true :)
thank you❤️
8:47 Having watched Fr Mike.. I was reminded of the eleven word Novena that I say everyday, as told to us by Padre Pio. “Oh my Jesus I abandon myself to you, you take over”
"God always speaks in clarity." When you phrased it that way, it made a lot of sense to me. The devil and his reasonings are murky, and they are mixed up and make your brain hurt and cause you distress. Thanks for enlightening me Father!
The Devil also speaks in clarity, and his reasonings are solid (not murky). But, you will know the message is from the Devil and not from God. And, you might possibly be persuaded by the Devil.
It doesn’t matter how old may be a talk about God😅words , they will always be for those who wants to hear from him .Thank you Father to be an instrument of God as I needed the topic today in 2024 . God bless your work 🙏
Father!!! Where was this video when I was choosing my college!!!? 😂
Actually you made a desicion without watching this Video.😂
Bulbin, which means she doesn't need it! 😂
Better late than never. 😂😂😂
EJL Creative I would if I could. When I chose my college I prayed alot and thought i had "signs". I chose to stick to my degree even though I don't like it since it's one of the cheapest colleges in my state. I'm already in my senior year as well haha. 😂ah well, God will make something of it lol
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I received a sign yesterday. I was tbh waiting for a sign from God. I have this bible journal that I had to beg my mom to buy since actually we're not Christians.
I haven't started reading it yet. I wanted it to start it from the coming year.
Yesterday when I was moving the journal, I accidentally opened a page and lemme quote the words.
'He chose you. Regardless of how it happened, he called you by name, and now you are his''
Feeling blessed ❤️
What sign did you receive?
@@Adam-John That page, those words
@@darshani5507 How did you conclude that it is the sign from god?
@@Adam-John I was just thinking did he choose me for this ? Is Christianity my salvation and then the words ' He chose you' and the feeling of certainty. That was the sign.
@@darshani5507 That is exactly the point. How do you determine it. What is the reliable method to lead you to the truth. What do you know about Christianity. You mentioned "did he choose me for this". First and foremost, you need to make sure the "he" in that sentence is even real. Then only anything else that follows will make sense.
I think /feel I have missed God 's will for my life... I'm depressed and can't muster the energy to even pray.. Please pray for me.. 😓
Caroline, as long as you are on this earth, then you know that God has a loving plan for you -- otherwise he wouldn't leave you here. We all have made poor choices in our lives, but as the Portuguese saying goes, "God writes straight with crooked lines." I thought I had missed out on God's calling as a young man, but later I ended up going in a completely unexpected direction that has allowed me to use the gifts He gave me to help build His kingdom. He is the God of Second Chances (and third and fourth chances -- even 70 x 7 chances!). Read His Word and the works of good spiritual writers, find a sound spiritual adviser, and learn how to listen and discern His promptings. And try to live in each day in accordance with His will. The rest of your life will work itself out. I'm praying for you.
@@ChristopherCurrie Well sed, Christopher! 👍😃👍
You still have many chances to make up for HIM. Everyday do yer best in doing Random Acts of Kindness, my dear!
Hey Caroline, we have all been there. We fall and most often than not..we fall again. But God is with us through our highs and lows. God's will for you is an ongoing and continuous one..so you have really not missed anything. Hold on Him and find courage to keep going. I do not know if you are catholic but the beauty of the 'Our Father's' and 'Hail Marys' is that it is a great place to start praying. I hope you find the strength to pray and keep going. ♥️
I have and am going through the same thing but it is never too late. If you knowingly did so go to confession and confess your sins.Then start afresh and truly seek counsel. If unknowingly you missed God’s will for your life then seek God’s guidance ask the holy spirit to pray on your behalf when you cannot pray. Then wait on the Lord. When you make the first steps you will be guided by God . Life isn’t a straight and easy road
“A disciple is a decision-maker.” Oof I felt that.
Erica you are a fine woman. Are you married? If not I'm looking for a Catholic woman to date.
noel keane 🤓🥰 hopefully you get a response
Sometimes God speaks to me in "A-Ha" moments (that are not based on transient emotions), rather appears in situations were "all the dots just suddenly connect" .......providing clarity. Constant prayer and reflection is also very helpful. Thank you Fr. for the video.
HAHAHA SAME I thought that was only me where I get those “A-Ha” moments
God can indeed give us signs and the more prayerful we are, the easier it is to see these signs.
And this is where I put aside the the last 30 years of my life and press reset. Painful but now I realise that to decide my future is what I've been avoiding for too long and there's been a price to pay for that indecision. Prayers needed.
Don't worry. Even though we have to be responsible for everything we have decided, God will be with you to be responsible. And you can always have community around you :)
@@daily_mmswp Bless your kind words!
Praying for you.
Something that always helps me in my decision making process is having very candid prayer with the Lord Jesus. I talk to him as if he is sitting at the foot of my bed listening very intently. (Which he actually is) I am also someone who will take whatever time I need in order to make a sound decision. Many times in my life I have made some really dumb decisions in haste. I learned that haste is of the Devil himself. Patience and prayer have been my best weapons in making good and sound decisions about any of lifes challenges. I also think to myself "What would please Jesus?" How can I be a good steward of what he has blessed me with in order to make good for myself or others?
Just happened to stumble upon this after making a decision that cost the unity in the family. Thank you Father, this was so timely. Offering fraternal correction is a hard and lonely choice but something one must have to do when the eternal and temporal consequences are grave. As one of the comments below says, God will still be there with you guiding you to holiness. I pray that His Holy will be done everyday.
dude I broke down crying to this one
Boom I think God is telling me you are my spiritual director, cause whenever im struggling with things.
Boom Father Mike tells me what I need to know ! Thank you Father Mike and peace be with your spirit 🙏 🙏🙏🏴
"A disciple is a decision maker " teach that word sir 😤💯💯
You are Absolutely A M A Z I N G FATHER through HIM.
Hello
Fasting & Prayer to help discernment 💯🙏🏻
I have just discovered your channel Father Mike and I just want to say thank you.
I am a catholic and a mortician and God shows me many many times a day how great He is. There is no greater love than His and He literally brings me my knees in gratitude. God bless everyone of His creations. Thank you Father Mike.
Hello
Sometimes I ask God please speak to me loudly, clearly and in megaphone 📢 ...not dreams, no feelings, no sign stuff... it's hard but I trust He always has the final Word 🙏🏻
I do that too!! I keep asking for clarity and can't even distance myself from the situation, it's exhausting
As an overthinker myself I really appreciated this video, it was very helpful.
I was on my porch and heard him from the wind, and my heart warmed, He continues to heal me.
Last year I was very troubled about something in my life and I randomly came across an article while searching for an answer to something related to it, but not specific. The article contained some very difficult truths about what I was troubled about that were hard for me to accept. I almost blew off the article, but then I saw that it was by Father Mike. I had just started watching Father Mike and had been finding a lot of inspiration about different things in my life. I felt like it was God's answer to my question and sort of like a sign.
Indeed recently I have to make tough decisions in life ...always hesitate...
God gave me a sign after I made a decision, to affirm that my choice was correct. My choice allowed me more time and freedom to humble myself in prayer at Church as often as I can after work. I am moving ever closer to God and strengthening my faith in my senior years.
Dear Fr. Mike, Jackie and Bobby Angel,
Thank you for putting out the incredible faith resource: “ Pray, Decide and Don’t Worry”. I am glad to have found it just when I am about to make an important life decision. God bless you all for the work you do.
UBeloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (Godstime MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact wherever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on +2348025125218) tell him I sent an you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you..
Thank you for letting the Spirit speak thru you. I have made the decision to follow Jesus No Turning Back. Now and for eternity. I ask only for for the graces necessary to fulfill from my hearr
3:20 My name is Joe and I guess I'm going on a trip now 😂 thanks fr. Mike!
Have fun Joe! Lol
Yeah!! I did! Best decision ever!
God Makes All My Decisions! When I Need Things, God Throws Them In Front Of Me And I Always Say Thank You God!😊
Thank you Father. Found this very useful as I am decerning my call into religous life. I just have anxiety but I want to do the right thing. If you read this would you pray for me? Again thank you. ~ Kathleen
Hi Kathleen! I was where you are now a few years ago and I get the anxiety that comes with it at times. Looking back, it was a total adventure with God and something I am grateful for because I experienced what it was like to live in complete freedom, not knowing if I was going to stay in the convent/ go home, but knowing that I was letting God do his will in my life. It's nerve racking, yes, but I can truly say those were some of the best moments in my life so far, so cherish this time. I'll be praying for you :)
Hi Kathleen! All the best for your discernment. Don't forget to find peer or mentor to help you. And for sure you will be welcomed to discuss with everyone ❤ God bless you.
Kathleen, I'm in the same boat as you. Will keep you in my prayers. If you can, seek a spiritual director...having one will be extremely helpful.
How are you now?
Great message! Makes so much sense. He gives us free will.
Finally a video for real life flawed Catholics. Thank you Fr. Mike!! 🙏🏻
"The heart is deceitful above all things, and it is exceedingly corrupt: who can know it? I, Jehovah, search the mind, I try the heart, even to give every man according to his ways, according to the fruit of his doings." Jeremiah 17
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True! Not to down women because I am one, but women tend to be more emotional than practical. Thats why the marriage relationship cant be based on the typical protocals of the world.
Amen brother
@@deirdremorris9234 elarn to use the mind more , and emotions to give for caring children . and us more intelligence sid for descioion making . ,as primary source in faith in the lord.
I do not claim to know everything, but I know that Jesus covered everything in His short 33 years here on earth. Every answer is found in scripture. I am following Fr Mike in his podcast; “The Bible in a Year” and every day, I am learning more and more about scripture and how its the Living Word of God, and how it speaks to me. Just 20 mins a day, and we’re on Day 148 now. So blessed, so so blessed.
I love all your assignments and how you preach the word You are a good Catholic priest . Full of knowledge of the word of God God bless you and your great ministry I love listening to you Thank you
GOD bless u all pls spread His Holy word amen.❤️🕊✝️💝
It reminds me about what my friend priest said to me in discerning your vocation, at the end of the day it is your decision to make, to go or not go.
I always get so happy and joyful when i go on TH-cam and see the faces of Fr Mike, Fr Mark - Mary and Jackie and Bobby Angel, it’s like you guys a literally my family haha.
Just what I needed 😭 this is clearly a sign for me! Thank you father and of course God for putting this video in my path. I struggle so much in making a decision because I just want to do Gods will and want to be told what to do! Hence not taking responsibility! 😔 I just hope my path can change and its not too late.
So happy I found this. God speaks with clarity. When you are obssessing about a decision, that is not God speaking to you. People spend too much of their lives based on feelings only. That is not trusting in God's protection.Thank you Father Mike.
Pastor Brandon Bruce:
"If you use your feelings as a compass, they will mislead you from the good things God has for your life."
Emotions aren't the same thing as feelings. It's said in the Bible that we should also look inside our heart.
@@aimfuldrifter sometimes you have to think with your head, not your heart. Other times it's the heart that counts. It depends on the scenario I guess. When in doubt, give it to the Lord and he will direct your path. That's scriptural by the way 👍🏼
"A disciple of Jesus is a desion-maker " 😇 This change my perspective of a lots of things, thanksss!!!
Thank you!! I have spent the whole day battling with making a decision..am so thankful
Sobering point of view father thank you
Thank you Father Mike for this. This literally was a sign as I was contemplating whether I should pursue a post grad dip. In Education. Your talk helped me to think prayerfully and soberly about this and I made a decision to complete the application. The part where you said he has given us the chance to be stewards made me feel to cry. It touched me very deeply and made me realise that my decision to do this dip. Ed. Was not out of pride but so that I can continue to serve him through the ministry of teaching. I was afraid of going ahead with the decision because I don't know if I can balance studying part time, teaching from home and also single parenting... but I'm deciding to finish applying and trust God to work out the details. Thank you Fr. Mike. May God continue to bless you.
What a wise man this great priest is! I admire his zest and depth.
Thank you for this timely video, Father. I'm currently discerning my religious vocation and your video is just the push I needed. Was putting off making a decision on this because it's a life-altering choice, to put it mildly. I'm still afraid but your explanation gave me the encouragement I needed. Thank you!
Good for you, hope the best for you!
@@freewild421 thank you!
thank you for having the courage to say yes to God’s call!
@@lukebrasting5108 thank you for the advice, good point! Unfortunately, I am unable to as I'm discerning the call to religious life (orders of religious nuns). I'll see though if they have more traditional orders. God bless!
This video is so needed. Thank you and thanks be to God!
Thank you. I should know this already, but it is so hard to apply. I‘m one of the anxious types and very indecisive. I could spend years wondering what I should do and then end up making any decision out of pressure and then feel miserable with it ☹️.
Made a big life decision over a year ago and prayed and "saw signs" but still had doubts.What Fr said makes so much sense especially about the anxiety being more about not wanting to take responsibility for the decision. But a wise friend said to me, just remember that God is with you wherever you go and he can write straight with crooked lines. God bless Fr Mike and good counsellors who help, guide and even push us. Come what may God is with me and he's with you too.😊
God bless you father! I've been following your videos for years and have found a lot of great advice, both practical and spiritual!
Father, I am from the Philippines. I would just like to say that the videos here and the subject is severely underrated. Keep doing this, a mix of theology, Catholic doctrine, and life advice from time to time.
Thank you again Fr. Mike 😇 Praised be Jesus Christ our lord and savior.
Thank you, Father.
I have a big decision to make and this video just popped up. Crazy!
Thank you for sharing Father
Thank you father really helpful
You’re helping me to realize God really did speak to me in my dream. I really prayed and asked for Him just to say something small.. just so I could know He loves me and knows me. That night I heard “I am a supernatural God” as clear as a bell. It was a loving voice, but when it spoke everything else was so quiet... and all the attention and focus was only on that voice. It was awesome.
Have you heard of signal graces before? They're little signs that God gives to people in order to strengthen and encourage them and ti draw them closer to Himself. Google it and have a read of some of the articles that pop up. And try praying a 15 decade Rosary (5 in the morning, 5 at midday, and 5 in the evening or all at once if you have the time) every day for a week and see what happens because 1 of the 15 promises of the Rosary is that those who pray it will receive signal graces.
I was dead set on joining the military as soon as I left school, I’ve always been healthy no problems. But all of a sudden in my last year of highschool I was diagnosed with coeliacs, nothing deadly but a food allergy that stops me from joining. My faith has always been wavering but this sort of strengthened my faith and now I feel like I’m moving to the path of God like he’s helping me along the way.
These videos remind me of sermons. Excellent. & Thank you. God bless.
Gracias 🙏🏼 padre y bendiciones espirituales para usted.!!
Amén; que Dios te bendiga y proteja, La Santísima Virgen Madre María te acompañe y cuide, y San Miguel Arcángel y tu ángel custodio te defiendan y alejen de todo tipo de mal y peligro especialmente todo tipo de asechanzas malignas, ahora y siempre; Amén 🙏❤💖✝️💖❤💖
Manny Boricua gracias 🙏🏼 y un gran abrazo maternal para usted.!! Paz y bien en vuestro corazón.! ❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thank you father, wise words.
When a lady meets a nice young man and thinks, "He would be great for my niece." Then, 6 months later the niece meets him through a computer dating service. He asks, "How did you get my phone number?" The niece says, " Through a dating service." The young man says, "That can't be right. My membership expired a year ago." For ME THAT is a sign.
It is also a true story of how I met my husband. We were married for 32 years before he passed away. I only wish I had had more time with him, but it was great while it lasted.
This video came across my path just in the nick of time. I have been struggling to make a decision and God spoke to me loud & clear. God's will is everything!!! Amen, to God be the glory. Thank you, Father Mike for posting this wonderful counsel of a message 🙏🏼
This is Great! Praise God! It changed me a bit in terms of decision making. "DECISION NOT BASE ON THE FEELINGS BUT ON THE FACTS."
Thank you Fr. Mike. God bless you! :)
Father Mike is blessed to listen to and heavenly to watch
*Very insightful, thanks!* 😇
Very clear, thanks. It’s been said the will plus reason equals free will. Also praying and discerning helps. Even just seeing how you feel after entrusting something to God.
I take this as a sign to stop procrastinating on a history paper and get it done and over with
Practical and holy! Make decisions based on facts. God gave us an intellect. Let's take responsibility. Wow. Thank you, Father Mike!
Amen beautiful father Mike so true thank you😂
I look up to you father I know you spread the word and believe me I tend to fall into tough decisions
My sons widow and baby have moved in with me and making decisions is terribly hard. We are both grieving and would rather not have to make any decision. It would help if God just could just tell me what to do. 🙏🏻😢💔✝️
For all of you, Lord be with you during this time.
You commented two years ago. I hope you are finding some peace and joy in life again. It can be so hard to make decisions sometimes even on a good day. I pray that God comforts you.
One can make the mistake of thinking Fr Mike to be the warm fuzzy sermon giver but you will every now and again find with him a hard teaching which is a quality I find to be Christ like.
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This is an eye-opener.... and definitely a sign! 😂
Jokes apart, this is an extremely insightful and helpful video! Thanks Padre!
Fr. Mike, the other day, out of nowhere I got a strong indication to pray for you! Not sure what it's about but I pray against any attack or evil that may come against you and ask St. Michael to intercede on your behalf.
May you and your ministry be blessed and protected always! In Jesus' Holy Name, I pray.
This is a great topic! Thanks!
I just realised that this is connected to the free will the Lord gives us....bless you Fr.
After my pre-Cana retreat I was having HUGE doubts about whether I should marry this man or not. I prayed for a sign. On the drive home I saw a rainbow and thought OH! a sign of a covenant! ... Our annulment was granted this year.
Sometimes asking for a sign is a sign of lack of faith
Maybe its because of the hunger to listen to our Father. Also if He is so obvious then we are no free to choose. I would love to know, just not to waste any minute more. Its as i am wasting gold dust, but i am dust, maybe its not requeired to do it all perfect, just continue and trust Him, and share his love. Kisses to you all.
Fr. Schmidt was right, I was using it as an excuse to avoid making the choice myself.
Thank you father god bless you 🙏❤️ Amen
I get signs from everwhere recently in my life. I cannot doubt anymore... I decided to take a leap of faith, abandon my doubt and atheist empty life and trust in God with whatever comes my way.
"Doing God's will is everything." AMEN!