Are you there God?

[mcpip]

I have been very fortunate in hearing the Lord a few times in my life, however I’ve noticed that it happens primarily when I’m at my lowest. (Although I have heard Him a few times when I am in a good place, however not quite as loud) It makes sense that He would guide me when I’m at my weakest, but my question is, is that normal or am I just not listening at other times? And if I’m not, are there any ways that I can improve at doing so?

God bless
Lauren

 

[StGeorgesSquire]

I have been very fortunate in hearing the Lord a few times in my life, however I’ve noticed that it happens primarily when I’m at my lowest. (Although I have heard Him a few times when I am in a good place, however not quite as loud) It makes sense that He would guide me when I’m at my weakest, but my question is, is that normal or am I just not listening at other times?

Lauren, I think that what you are experiencing is quite a blessing! I know that I have heard the voice of my patron saint at the lowest times of my life. He would give me encouragement and would tell me to never give up. My priest heard the Virgin Mary’s voice telling him to stay in seminary when he was younger and my good friend even saw the Virgin Mary herself! I think that God will help you escape the deepest of sorrow and I think his help is different for everybody.

And if I’m not, are there any ways that I can improve at doing so?

As I truly believe that this is a blessing, so too do I believe that you should never force it.

God Bless You!

 

[po18guy]

You may go and kneel in the true presence of Christ at adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Although many Catholics have difficulty believing in the true presence, the best and brightest, and even the most dull-witted such as myself have experienced true spiritual refreshment and enlightenment there. Miracles, even. Find a time at a nearby parish when they offer adoration. Then, just go - take your bible or other Catholic book and sit in His presence. Ask Him to reveal his presence to you. Then, simply be as patient with Him as He has been with you. As Fr. Benedict Groeschel of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal says, “When you are aware that He is there, you will be changed.”