God's Will

Faith Q&A › Metropolitan Youssef › Our Lord and the Faith › God

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I've been asking God for a sign of approval on something I have been praying for. Is this an acknowledged way of hearing from God, that is through certain signs we put…
How can one distinguish between God’s voice speaking to us and our own thoughts? I understand that it may come during prayer, or meditation, but how do I know it is God's…
How do we know God's will and purpose for our lives?
How do you know what God's will is for you? I prayed for God to show me a sign to lead me in the right path but I did not get a straightforward answer. Are we supposed to…
How do I know if I am following the will of God or not? I tried praying and asking God for help and asking for signs and to direct me in the right path but I do not feel…

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