Have I really been experiencing miracles?

[Holly3278]

Hey everyone. Quite often, I experience what seem to be miracles. For example, once I was in an adoration chapel and as I was gazing at Jesus, I noticed that I could see His face which was pointed downwards as though He were mourning or something in the host. Another time I was at Mass and I saw what appeared to be His face on the chalice of His Blood. There have also been times when I have seen what appeared to be His face in the Host just after it is consecrated and the priest raises it up. I have also had several experiences in which I literally sense the presence of the angels and saints around me during Mass. Also, almost every time I receive the Eucharist, I have this feeling of exquisite ecstasy. Am I really experiencing miracles or are these things all in my mind?

 

[Holly3278]

Oh! I forgot to mention that there has also been 2 or 3 times when the Sacred Host and Precious Blood tasted like what flesh and blood would taste like. I still remember the first time that this happened. I was at Mass and I received the Sacred Host and Precious Blood and they both tasted just like what flesh and blood would taste like. It was quite awesome.

All of these events have strengthened my faith in the Church.

 

[stephe1987]

I wouldn’t be surprised if they really were miracles. Jesus reveals himself to those who believe in Him and open their hearts and minds to Him.

 

[GreggAlvarez]

I will start with the latter half first. The Mass is celebrated with all the angels and saints. They are the Church Triumphant. They celebrate with us, too! (I am not yelling; I just am always excited to say that!) It is truly an overwhelming feeling every Mass I go to (even as an atheist playing the trumpet at Masses)!
You are having awesome experiences. Make sure though that you are not deluding yourself though. I am sure they are legitimate experiences.
Well, apparently my faith stinks. I seem to be the deluded one! You have restored my confidence though! Thank you! and take care!

 

[Monica4316]

If these experiences brought you closer to God, there’s nothing wrong with believing they are miracles, it’s quite possible I suggest not focusing too much on them, even if they’re true, instead just focus on God. It’s safer that way. But personally, from what you described, it does seem to me like they could be miracles have you ever spoken to a priest about this?

I think that sometimes God sends us little encouragements like this especially if we’re struggling with something, and He encourages us to keep going and lets us know that we’re on the right path.

God bless

 

[Holly3278]

I wouldn’t be surprised if they really were miracles. Jesus reveals himself to those who believe in Him and open their hearts and minds to Him.

I agree with you.

I will start with the latter half first. The Mass is celebrated with all the angels and saints. They are the Church Triumphant. They celebrate with us, too! (I am not yelling; I just am always excited to say that!) It is truly an overwhelming feeling every Mass I go to (even as an atheist playing the trumpet at Masses)!
You are having awesome experiences. Make sure though that you are not deluding yourself though. I am sure they are legitimate experiences.
Well, apparently my faith stinks. I seem to be the deluded one! You have restored my confidence though! Thank you! and take care!

Hey! I’m glad to hear that I restored your confidence!

If these experiences brought you closer to God, there’s nothing wrong with believing they are miracles, it’s quite possible I suggest not focusing too much on them, even if they’re true, instead just focus on God. It’s safer that way. But personally, from what you described, it does seem to me like they could be miracles have you ever spoken to a priest about this?

I think that sometimes God sends us little encouragements like this especially if we’re struggling with something, and He encourages us to keep going and lets us know that we’re on the right path.

God bless

Yes, these miracles did bring me closer to God. Sometimes they happened at just the right time when I was doubting too which helped me to not doubt.

And yes, I have spoken with a priest about this. He said that it may very well be God’s way of showing me He is for real.

 

[velvetsky]

Hey everyone. Quite often, I experience what seem to be miracles. For example, once I was in an adoration chapel and as I was gazing at Jesus, I noticed that I could see His face which was pointed downwards as though He were mourning or something in the host. Another time I was at Mass and I saw what appeared to be His face on the chalice of His Blood. There have also been times when I have seen what appeared to be His face in the Host just after it is consecrated and the priest raises it up. I have also had several experiences in which I literally sense the presence of the angels and saints around me during Mass. Also, almost every time I receive the Eucharist, I have this feeling of exquisite ecstasy. Am I really experiencing miracles or are these things all in my mind?

Hi Holly, I’m really glad to read your post, I find it ever so inspiring and I think you’re really blessed in the way our dear Lord has revealed Himself to you. x

 

[Holly3278]

Hi Holly, I’m really glad to read your post, I find it ever so inspiring and I think you’re really blessed in the way our dear Lord has revealed Himself to you. x

Thanks Velvetsky. I admit though that sometimes I think my mind is just making this stuff up.

 

[booksandmusic]

Holly,

I am reading the book “My Life with the Saints” by James Martin, SJ. I read earlier today about when Fr Martin was a novice he was having difficulty mastering contemplative prayer. His spritual director, David said this to him…

David: “Do you believe God gave you your imagination?”

Fr Martin: “Sure.”

David: “Don’t you think that God could use your imaginations to draw you closer to him in prayer?”

Fr Martin goes on to say that he had to admit it made sense. God communicates with us through every other part of our lives, so why not through our imaginations.

Your post reminded me of this and I just had to share it with you.

 

[Gloria1]

I agree with Stephe. If you believe in God, He will open your eyes so you can see what people do not see. If you believe in God, He will open your ears so you can hear what people do not hear. If you believe in God, He will give you a new tongue to speak and taste what others don’t. If you believe in God, He will purify your heart so you can feel what others don’t feel.

 

[magdelaine1173]

I agree with Stephe. If you believe in God, He will open your eyes so you can see what people do not see. If you believe in God, He will open your ears so you can hear what people do not hear. If you believe in God, He will give you a new tongue to speak and taste what others don’t. If you believe in God, He will purify your heart so you can feel what others don’t feel.

I feel the same way as Gloria, Holly.That God has shown Himself to you, and allowed you to experience the flesh of His flesh and the blood of His blood, you may know the true compassion and goodness of the Lord. Remember though to keep revelations between you and your priest. CAF frowns on unsubstantiated claims of miracles unless a bishop, priest or religious order has recognized them as authentic. We believe you here, but most of the time, unless it is authenticated it is in one’s mind by the reasoning of others.

• Forum rules.

Take life one day at a time Holly. We care about you, and will pray for good things to come your way!
God Bless
magdelaine1173
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[Holly3278]

Holly,

I am reading the book “My Life with the Saints” by James Martin, SJ. I read earlier today about when Fr Martin was a novice he was having difficulty mastering contemplative prayer. His spritual director, David said this to him…

David: “Do you believe God gave you your imagination?”

Fr Martin: “Sure.”

David: “Don’t you think that God could use your imaginations to draw you closer to him in prayer?”

Fr Martin goes on to say that he had to admit it made sense. God communicates with us through every other part of our lives, so why not through our imaginations.

Your post reminded me of this and I just had to share it with you.

Thanks BooksandMusic!

I agree with Stephe. If you believe in God, He will open your eyes so you can see what people do not see. If you believe in God, He will open your ears so you can hear what people do not hear. If you believe in God, He will give you a new tongue to speak and taste what others don’t. If you believe in God, He will purify your heart so you can feel what others don’t feel.

I also agree with Stephe. Thanks for posting Gloria!

I feel the same way as Gloria, Holly.That God has shown Himself to you, and allowed you to experience the flesh of His flesh and the blood of His blood, you may know the true compassion and goodness of the Lord. Remember though to keep revelations between you and your priest. CAF frowns on unsubstantiated claims of miracles unless a bishop, priest or religious order has recognized them as authentic. We believe you here, but most of the time, unless it is authenticated it is in one’s mind by the reasoning of others.

• Forum rules.

Take life one day at a time Holly. We care about you, and will pray for good things to come your way!
God Bless
magdelaine1173
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Thanks Madelaine1173!

 

[Holly3278]

I have not experienced much more of these miracles. I don’t know if its because God doesn’t think I don’t need them or what. However, I am doing much better now than what I was at my last post. When I can make it to Mass, I do still often feel the spiritual presence of all the Saints and Angels with me and I know that all of Heaven celebrates Mass with us each time it is celebrated. At least that’s what I believe. I think I read about that in Scott Hahn’s book, The Lamb’s Supper: Mass as Heaven on Earth.

 

[CB_Catholic]

Holly, no one can really tell you whether these are miracles or not. But that does not matter. Whatever is happening, if it is bringing you closer to God and not leading you into error, and you are of sound mind, they are good things. Thank God for them.

As long as you are not trying to promote these happenings as special revelations from God for everyone to believe in, such as what happens in unapproved apparitions, etc., you are ok with the Church. But it’s ok to share them with others as personal experiences.

 

[Holly3278]

Holly, no one can really tell you whether these are miracles or not. But that does not matter. Whatever is happening, if it is bringing you closer to God and not leading you into error, and you are of sound mind, they are good things. Thank God for them.

As long as you are not trying to promote these happenings as special revelations from God for everyone to believe in, such as what happens in unapproved apparitions, etc., you are ok with the Church. But it’s ok to share them with others as personal experiences.

Yeah I am definitely not trying to promote them as special revelations from God or anything and I do think that they increase my faith. I think that God is basically just trying to tell me to have more faith and trust in Him.

I do thank God for these miracles but sometimes I am not of sound mind. I do have problems every now and then. I think I am doing much better now as far as my mental health goes. I still have quite a bit of anxiety at times though. I mostly have panic attacks from time to time. I am beginning to realize though that sometimes these panic attacks are related to my blood sugar being too high or low. Thankfully, I am going to have blood tests run really soon and get checked to see if there are any problems with it. I suspect there might be something a little wrong.

 

[CB_Catholic]

Yeah I am definitely not trying to promote them as special revelations from God or anything and I do think that they increase my faith. I think that God is basically just trying to tell me to have more faith and trust in Him.

I do thank God for these miracles but sometimes I am not of sound mind. I do have problems every now and then. I think I am doing much better now as far as my mental health goes. I still have quite a bit of anxiety at times though. I mostly have panic attacks from time to time. I am beginning to realize though that sometimes these panic attacks are related to my blood sugar being too high or low. Thankfully, I am going to have blood tests run really soon and get checked to see if there are any problems with it. I suspect there might be something a little wrong.

By sound mind, I meant not having a psychiatric disorder that causes you to have delusions or hallucinations, etc. I will say a prayer for you.

 

[Holly3278]

By sound mind, I meant not having a psychiatric disorder that causes you to have delusions or hallucinations, etc. I will say a prayer for you.

Oh okay. Thanks CB Catholic. I do have a psychiatric disorder called Borderline Personality Disorder which can cause delusions. This is relatively rare. I have had hallucinations before too but those were far more rare. I think I’ve only hallucinated 2 or 3 times since I was diagnosed and it was usually due to a lack of sleep and extreme anxiety.