"God's never going to ask you to make decisions based off what you don't know." THANK YOU. I needed to hear this so bad. I keep thinking of myself in all these different careers and going after different vocations in my life, but some of the things are things that I really have no knowledge about. Knowing that I'm right where I need to be and that God will introduce to me anything that He wills for me is like a load off of my chest.

@LegendOfTheOld

Жыл бұрын

I also found this line very powerful. Sometimes I fear the lessons of god, who where quite painful for me. Yet to be delivered and to trust is the definition of faith. Very helpful.

im not even a christian or religious at all, but really enjoy these videos for some reason...

@karleystinnett5320

8 жыл бұрын

Same

@barcasimple

8 жыл бұрын

Hmm

@josesuarez7484

8 жыл бұрын

Perhaps they are speaking to a part of you which you don't believe you have. 🙂

@Ur12b4got

8 жыл бұрын

Fr. Mike really has a calming presence.

@chuckHart70

7 жыл бұрын

Cause Fr. Mike is a great person and priest!

Hello father I'm new to cristianity and I live in an Islamic country. I am hiding my faith please do a video about us the people who live with two faces and find themselves obliged to fast and pray in Ramadan just to be safe. and I want to convince my atheist father ,who is very stubborn and sometimes intolerant. Please help me! I just find your chanel thanks to a sister who suggested your sermons to me father. Thank you so much!

@jesusislord9755

7 жыл бұрын

Rim Bel Are you saved? I'm asking because you can only go to heaven if you are saved

@rimbel8948

7 жыл бұрын

Jesus Is Lord yes I'm saved, but I don't know how to pray, and I don't go to church because in the city where I live there is no church,and I didn't get baptised so I feel like I'm far from God. I want some advices on how to be close to god in my situation. Thank you!

@jesusislord9755

7 жыл бұрын

Rim Bel Prayer is more of a way to talk to God. There isn't a specific way to pray to God. Everyone communicates differently. You can pray to him out loud, in your head, or through a journal. If you pray out loud, the devil can hear your prayers, so it's important to keep that in mind. You don't have to talk to him in a fancy Elizabethan or Shakespeare English. Talk to him like you would talk to a father. You can vent out your feelings to God. Like for example, if you ever feel sad, lonely, or anxious. You can tell God how you are feeling and tell him why you are feeling this way. If you want to ask God for something then always end the prayer with "In Jesus name, Amen" because anything you ask in the name of Jesus, God the father will give it to you if it's his will. For example, let's say you want a new pair of shoes. You can pray like this: Dear God, I love you so much. Can you please give me money to buy me a new pair of shoes? In Jesus name, Amen. If you seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness. Meaning if you have been reading the bible and praying to God and it's Gods will for you to get these shoes, he will give you the money through someone else so you can buy a new pair of shoes. By the way, I noticed you mentioned that you live in an Islamic country and that you are hiding your faith. I will recommend for you to pray to God everyday and ask him to protect you and keep you safe but remember to ask it in the name of Jesus. You should also ask God to not make anyone in your country find out that you are a Christian so you can be safe. As for the church thing. Since there aren't any churches in your area. You can watch church sermons on KZread or on a podcast. I will recommend for you to watch Elevation Church. They upload church sermons on KZread and on podcasts. You should look them up. You should also watch TD Jakes on KZread as well. Lastly, I will like to recommend for you to watch these youtubers, they can teach you a lot about the bible and God in general. You should watch Ieva F, Heather Lindsey, and Girl Defined on KZread.

@yennguyen-uj3ri

7 жыл бұрын

Rim Bel , I told God how I love African parrot and asked him if I can have one in heaven because it's very expensive here. It's around $2000 and two weeks later a African parrot flew to my house and stay with me. I bought a huge cage for it to stay in and I made a mistake by giving it away because my dad died and I got depressed. Until this day I still heart broken over it.

@jesusislord9755

7 жыл бұрын

bummer beavis No this guy is not pagan. He is a believer in Christ, he just chooses to be apart of the Catholic denomination. Christians need to stop being so caught up on Protestant vs. Catholic. God doesn't care about the denomination, he cares about the relationship. He showed me that it's the relationship with him that you can only get through salvation that matters, not what denomination someone is. Everyone in the body of Christ (meaning everyone who is saved in general) need to stick together regardless of our denomination. Don't let the devil divide us! Especially in these last days! BTW I'll like to add that Catholics call the priest "father" out of respect. They are not calling the priest "father" to compare him to God who is our Heavenly Father. Obviously they know that God is above the priest and any human being in general.

when i was in Bible college the big question was "who should I marry?" one of the profs said, "until someone asks you the answer is easy: NOBODY!" :-) so true. thank you for this timely insight, Fr. Mike.

@MargaretHagar

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you :) I needed to read it today.

@julialopes5054

4 жыл бұрын

This helped me a lot! Thanks!

@ts3858

4 жыл бұрын

He's a little hyper...less caffeine...🙏

@blackout2430

3 жыл бұрын

Well yeah. You’re a woman so that would be the right answer. Seriously?

A little over a year ago, after watching this video, I faced my fears and told my mother that I wanted to become catholic. She wept bitterly, but as any good mother does, she picked up the phone and started calling people. It’s thanks to her, and the providence of God that I found my priest and was able to become catholic. She herself has now pondered often on become catholic herself. So please pray for her; a mother who supported her daughter, despite the sacrifice it cost her. Jesus Christ be Praised ☺️🌹🌹🌹

@GrantJolanta

2 жыл бұрын

Jesus wasn't a catholic, you don't need to follow it, just HIM and read the new testament, you don't need a religion jesus was against religion, it was religious people that sent him to be assassinated, Jesus is the end of religion thats why the religious leaders were threatened.

@chibimirmo

2 жыл бұрын

@@GrantJolanta “I came not to abolish the law but to fulfill it.” (Words from Jesus Christ). Also it was not religious people but all of our sins that crucified Christ. Which includes you as well as me. We all are responsible for His death. Look at the early church fathers. You’ll see that they put the New Testament together. Before the New Testament existed the church had oral tradition. You are falling pray to scrupulosity towards words such as “catholic”. You are letting it become a stumbling black the same way the Sabbath was a stumbling block for the sinful Pharisees. Catholic means “ universal church” that’s all. It means “Christians from all nations” if you will. Every Christian is in danger of spiritual pride. It’s not exclusive to Catholics. Also, look into the Eucharist. Jesus clearly states in John chapter 6 that He is not being symbolic. It’s because of Christ’s true presence in the Holy Eucharist that I became catholic. Look into Eucharistic miracles. You’ll see that what I say is true. I know you wrote me with love & the intention of helping my soul. Know that I write to you in the same manner. Before you dismiss what I’ve written, I beg, that in the spirit of charity, you’d look into the church fathers & information on the Eucharist, especially Eucharistic miracles. Do it with prayer & fasting. Let your research be led by the Holy Spirit, not your emotions, since Satan can manipulate our feelings. May the precious blood of Jesus shield you from the enemy & draw you ever closer to His most Sacred Heart ♥️.

@gerhardsrensen6815

2 жыл бұрын

Gratulerer! You should stick with your conversion. All of Scandinavia was once Catholic until Luther upset everything. If you explain to your mother that Protestant theology is defective because they're missing 6 books of the bible and that the Book of James was badly hacked about, she might be more comfortable with the idea.

@gerhardsrensen6815

2 жыл бұрын

​@@GrantJolanta Jesus established the Catholic Church. It was the only church actually that's why it means universal. (Katholikos) from the Greek which the New Testament was first written in. The Old Testament is one half of the bible and Jesus himself referenced it and fulfilled it many times. You can't understand the NT properly unless you also know the OT.

@chibimirmo

2 жыл бұрын

@@gerhardsrensen6815 my mother converted about 2 years ago 🙏🏽☺️♥️. She prays the divine mercy chaplet every night ♥️. Thank you anyways for your advice.

this is so profound father. i shed a tear. i suffer from mental disorder and my mind is constantly overwhelmed by all these uncertainties. glad to have seen this. so thankful to the Lord for having led me to your youtube channel. may God always bless you father. hope you can do a video on anxiety and how it affects going to mass, receiving the eucharist, and going to confession.

@elisabaynosa1848

7 жыл бұрын

Praise God. The Holy Spirit guide you!

@jomaridalisay7631

6 жыл бұрын

You are not alone, nor will you ever be!

@miguelperea5378

6 жыл бұрын

Stay strong! You’re never alone if God be for us than who is against us?

@marinakitrell3660

4 жыл бұрын

I will keep you in my prayers 🙏

@abrahamhernandez4138

3 жыл бұрын

Pray the rosary

Is he the coolest priest ever?! I really like him. I am a turkidh exmuslim convert to catholicism but there are few christians here so priests are never really turkish. Our priest only knows 2 words in english and 1 word in turkish 😂😂😂

@adrianwee7245

8 жыл бұрын

Hi and welcome to the Faith :-) try youtube videos by Bishop Robert Barron too. They are very good as well. God bless!

@bethechangeyouwannaseeinth9488

7 жыл бұрын

dönecek başka din mi kalmadı ? katholiklik garip geldi bana..

@mrsgbee8246

6 жыл бұрын

Perhaps you could be a Turkish Priest for others?

@Anamija

6 жыл бұрын

Hey Ertan...I saw your comments on so many other Christian videos and now I see you here. My husband is turkish too.But we both were born and raised in Germany. He doesn‘t really believe in God and keeps distance from Religion. It‘s hard to talk about it with him. Maybe you could pray for him. Stay blessed brother.Cok tesekkürler

@tokasab6839

5 жыл бұрын

When you say you're a former Muslim, what do you mean? What you believe in and make you a Muslim. Sorry but I really want to make sure you understand that Islam is not a race .

I've always felt God in my heart. After my mother got sick I started to question everything. I couldn't understand why God let so many things happen. I wanted to deny Him and thought it was all one big lie to keep us under control however there was a part of me that no matter how bitter I was I still loved God. Today I woke up not feeling very happy and guilty so I went through youtube and found your channel and I just wanted to say thank you for renewing my faith and clearing up my confusion. I feel strong again. I dont feel lost and afraid. God bless.

@GioGospelGamerOfficial

Жыл бұрын

Hoping and praying your doing well and that the LORD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ❤🙏🏼🫶🏼😊

2:12 “God is never going to ask you to make decisions based off what you don’t know” 5:25 4:59 God’s certainty is “I will be with you”

It can't be anymore clear than this... Matthew 25:35-40 35 For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’ 37 “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink?38 When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you?39 When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ 40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’

@jellybelly7629

5 жыл бұрын

Joseph Radd This is one of my favorite passages next to when the children coming to Him under the tree. Thanks for your post it is fitting for all of us. God Bless

@chrissonofpear1384

4 жыл бұрын

@@jellybelly7629 But for all the other nations and cultures involved? Plus, why did Satan retain any powers, exactly, upon exile?

@jellybelly7629

4 жыл бұрын

chris sonofpear1 I don’t understand the question you are trying to ask. Also why God allowed satan to retain his powers was up to God. And we are not God so how would we know the answer to that part of your question. Remember God thinks differently than we do. IDK maybe you can ask Him yourself some day when you look upon His glorious face. I know for me I hope I get to see Him. I won’t care at all why He did what He does. I believe our judgment is given instantly upon death. However His time is different than how we measure time here. God Bless p.s. I love Him so much I look forward to my own death. But I certainly am not trying to push His hand either.

@chrissonofpear1384

4 жыл бұрын

@@jellybelly7629 Nevertheless - I am asking. Because I care for many humans down here, and they often seem divided, rebuffed, or confused - and I already note CONSIDERABLE historical body counts, schisms, confusions, and curiously prolonged and worrying practices... including the vague definition and opposition to slavery.

@chrissonofpear1384

4 жыл бұрын

Also, if impure, imperfect or sinful beings cannot be directly in YHWH's personal Presence, then was any exception made, for Satan, as defined in the Job story, at that time...?

I got teary eyed listening to this. I’ve been freaking out about what my vocation is supposed to be for two years and even more so since I’ll be starting college this year. I’m just so afraid that I’m going to mess up whatever my vocation is supposed to be, and the more time I spend with God, the more I think about how bad I am at discerning and so I’ve kind of been avoiding God because of that. I don’t know how to stop being afraid. It seems like everywhere I turn there’s always a fear keeping me from continuing

@jessicarutkowski1855

5 жыл бұрын

Helena, I feel you, chica. This was me for the past two years. please know that God is not going to make you do anything you don't want to do. You have free will! You have a choice! Something that has really helped me is viewing my relationship with God as an adventure. You know how you might make plans with friends or family to go on a road trip, but unexpected things come up that might not be the most fun? Despite those unexpected hiccups, when you get home, you can ultimately conclude that those hiccups probably made the ride even more worth it. God wants us. No matter what. You're not going to mess up your vocation, and it's more likely than not that God is not going to reveal to you what your entire life will look like overnight. Give it all to God no matter what.and let Him use you for whatever He needs. Bless you!

@helenarosno

5 жыл бұрын

Jessica Rutkowski thank you, I’m trying to do better everyday, sometimes God feels distant, but I know that he’s there❤️

@risingdawn5788

5 жыл бұрын

May I please ask you, does God ever not feel distant to you?

@sb2459

4 жыл бұрын

Sometimes theoretical knowledge is confusing. Go for a practical training to understand God and directly connect with Him. Meditate and raise your vibration. You can join some spiritual organization which can prepare you to decode God's words. God is love and peace. There is nothing to be afraid of as long as we stay humble and love Him unconditionally. God is our secret lover and guide.

@haileycallahan23

3 жыл бұрын

@@jessicarutkowski1855 how are you doing now 2 years later?

I needed this so much I actually almost cried.. Thankssssss

@paulinaramirez2469

9 жыл бұрын

John Smock LOL, like... why was this even necessary??

@paulinaramirez2469

9 жыл бұрын

John Smock May I ask who hurt you so much that to ease the pain you feel the need to insult innocent people on beautiful, random youtube videos? :)

@Jack-fh1qh

9 жыл бұрын

Paulina Ramírez he's just being edgy.

@paulinaramirez2469

9 жыл бұрын

John Smock God is the one that decides when to take me, if I'm still here is bc He wants me to be here. But again, who hurt you so badly?

@paulinaramirez2469

9 жыл бұрын

John Smock Well I'm sure that whatever happened to you, as horrible as it was, God wasn't responsible, He loves you and wants you to be in heaven with Him someday. I pray that you get to see that.

My God, he is the spitting image of my earthly father. Even his steely ice blue eyes. My earthly father passed in 1999, and seeing this is very comforting and reassuring. As if my earthly father is talking to me. Not to mention my heavenly father.

“ Our certainty is that God is with us”! Such a gift!!! Thank you Father Mike, I so needed to hear that today, out loud! ✝️🙋🏻‍♀️😊

THANK YOU..!

@jonmaxmina1542

3 жыл бұрын

Word.

That's the greatest news: God is always with you.

Whoa. I just found out about Fr. Mike today from Redeemed Online, and I binge watch all of his videos in this channel. I've never met a priest this witty in my country (at least in my nearest parishes) who can deliver so much for such topics. Thanks Ascension Presents, thanks Fr. Mike for this very simple yet thorough explanation esp.on topics of vocation. God bless.

@elevenoeight584

8 жыл бұрын

+Yenny Lestari matthew 23 9 9 And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven. king james version. beware of these kinds

@yennguyen-uj3ri

7 жыл бұрын

Eleven Oeight, I call my father "father" is it ok?

@alfredhitchcock45

5 жыл бұрын

Call your father dad instead

I am 60 and continue to pray for Lord Jesus in my life. Amen

God lead me to your videos that's for sure

The Lord talks to us if we just listen ❤

I absolutely love his energy and spark.

VIOLA!!! When we continue to walk in uncertainty that is when we truly TRUST! ***********

"Our certainty is not that He tells us what to do every step, our certainty is that He is with us" Beautiful message. (Idk how I'm coming across this videos 8yrs later, but that's just what God does)

I am so glad that our priests are making videos like this. Thank you father Mike for taking your time to do this. its really helpful. Please pray for us. Stay blessed.

This video popped up on my feed. It is an answer to prayer.

God wanted me to listen to father Mike Schmitz today. So here I am🙏😊🕊👋

"I will be with you!" 😭 Amen

Amen 🙏🏻 , God bless you Fr. Mike and everyone here ..

This was so simple yet so profound. I love it. I've often felt I'm not doing enough or I'm disappointing God and often ask what should I be doing. This was just what I needed to hear today. Amen.

Thank you Father!

We love you, Faher Mike and Ascension Presents. God in Heaven, help us all.

I wish more priests were like Father Mike when I was growing up (warm, compassionate, easy to understand), maybe I'd still be a practicing christian today despite my own major differences of opinion with the Church.

@amos3371

9 жыл бұрын

+Dart B i know what you mean. i had some bad experiences with multiple priests so irl, i go out of my way to avoid them. online, i'm subbed to one on youtube, haha.

@andreav.c.4876

5 жыл бұрын

If I may say something, don't give up on your faith just because some people in the church were not good Christian examples to you. Please remember that the church is not a museum of saints, but a hospital of sinners.

i needed that, and im 16 and drowning in homework. I feel like that the homework is what God wants me to do, overcome this trial for God.

Beautiful! And God is most certainly with you Father Mike. Be Blessed!!!!!

One thing we can be absolutely certain about in following the Lord’s will….it’s Glorifying Him, no matter what.

You always impress me. You are a beautiful person. Love from Egypt brother. Your a good one.

Thank you God for giving me peace and clarity with this video and Fr. Mike for being the messenger. I'm been worried for so many years that I'm going to chose the wrong vocation. I just have to trust in God, he will lead me.

Thank you Father Mike. May God bless you always. 🙏 Praying for you.

After 60 years of torment, abuse and trials beyond my ability to cope, the message rings weak though I believe it to be sensible and true.

@renzolam5218

6 жыл бұрын

William Gratchic please do not give up! The lord is with you, even when we are suffering. Here are 2 videos from father Mike as well, talking about why bad things occur in our lives, and the meaning of suffering: Why does God allows bad things to happen kzread.info/dash/bejne/YoKDtrdql5PAaNo.html The meaning of suffering kzread.info/dash/bejne/poZml8qkaLG8mdI.html I hope these videos will be of help to you. And by the way, I think it is better for you to find help from your local priest, or other people you trust if you are being abused, because that seems to be very serious😰 God bless

@josefrancis7126

6 жыл бұрын

MAY YOUR SUFFERING BE OVER

This helped me so much! Thank you Fr. Mike.

I needed to hear this message today. Thank you Father Mike! God bless you!

Excellent Father! Thank you!

I really needed to watch this! Thank you Father Mike!

The words I needed to hear tonight! God Bless Father Mike.

God Bless you Father Mike - I really needed to hear this TODAY!! of all days - perfect timing - Thank You!!!!

Father Mike I love your videos. They really were helpful during my conversion, thank you!

This is just the advice that I needed at the​ moment. God bless your ministry!

thanks for all your videos Father, they have really kept my feet on the ground.

Thanks Fr Mike,God bless you and everyone.

I simply need to hear this today. Thank you, Father.

I appreciate the uplifting guidance, I feel lost sometimes and this helped me to feel on track.

I needed this today! Thank you so much, Fr. Mike!

This is so amazing! Waw, I only discovered this channel two days ago and I'm amazed every time again of the beauty of all this!

This helped me so much Father! Thank you so much. I feel like I've been wandering in the desert for 40 years! Literally!

As always, really helpfull. Thanks a lot Fr. Mike! I'm Praying for you!! Hope you too. God bless!!

Thank for, Father. You are always helping me answer those tough questions and I really feel at peace.

this was some truly inspired advice and guidance. it was exactly what i needed to hear, and i’ll remember it when i’m feeling those pressures and anxieties about the future. thanks fr. mike!

Well worded! I love the comparison with the tents and Moses in Exodus.

This is very inspirational and helpful. Thank you Father Mike!

Thank you Father Mike! That sure helps! God Bless You!

Thank you Fr. Mike. Your message was very helpful at a very difficult time of my life. I can use all the guidance and prayers I can get...

THis really helped today, right now. At this very moment... THis is what I needed! tHANK YOU GOD! Thank You Fr. Mike! Thank you YOuTUbe!

Thank you for this Father Mike. I needed to hear this.

Wow! You explain it so wonderfully. Thank Fr. Mike. God bless you always.

This came at the perfect time, I feel like I've been called to do something. I know what I have to do with my life. Thank you for this. God bless.

I was so confused but the end of the video got me understanding. Thank you and god bless in Jesus Christ name amen 🙏🏼

Thanks Father! The words I need! All the best from Brazil

Thank you father Mike, that was great to hear and remember!

I realize this is an old video but it came up today at the perfect time. Father Mike, I remember watching this is 2015. And now today, again. I have to tell you that this video is anointed. I felt as though you were looking right at me and that we were sitting having a visit. Thank you so much for reminding me that all through these years and now and in the future, that very truly God is here, with me and deep down, I KNOW what He is saying to me. Follow, just follow. I have got this.

Great video, Fr. Mike! I have strongly felt God leading me down the path to become a pilot this past year, and am currently wrapping up training for my Private's, but after the first week or so I discerned that I wasn't cut out for this kind of career. Since then, training has been very hard because I feel like I don't know what do do next after I leave home. Your video opened my eyes up to the very simple truth that we just have to wait for God and be content with uncertainty, regardless of how disconcerting it may feel. God bless you and your ministry!

@AscensionPresents

8 жыл бұрын

So glad this has helped, Gregory! Please know of our prayers for you!

My prayers have consisted of this exactly this , Thank you lord for letting me see this 🙏

I really need this. Thank you. GOD Almighty thank you for Fr. Mike and working through him. Amen.

Took me a long time to figure this out and you just confirmed it for me. Praise be to Jesus Christ 😊🙏❤️

Hello From India 😃Thank you so much sharing all these videos. It really did help me to know God better. God Bless you. keep up the good work 😂

Thank you 🙏 Fr. It’s always good to be reassured ✝️

I get so much from all of your talks - thanks so much for your God-given wisdom !

I only watch one video per day, 5 minutes gives me enough to meditate the rest of my day. Thank you God!

Thanks for this video Father!! :)

Thank you Fr. Michael. This just answers many questions in my mind. God bless and keep you. Amen.

Thank you Fr. for this..really helps me right now. Amen.

thank you father

Thank you so much.

Amén, thank you father Mike, I needed to hear this

WOW!! I had this question for years. Thank you so much Father!

Never will i leave you, never will i forsake you - hebrews 13:5 Thank you so much for this video Father Mike!

Love this video. Have watched it many times.

I absolutely love this. Thank you Father Mike

I really needed this. Thank you and God bless!!!

Yr definitely a really cool man of God. Thanks man!

I watched this video at just the right moment. I was recently questioning why the post-exodus Israelites kept challenging and questioning God when He was right there, visible to them.

Thanks a lot Father Mike. Need this right now. God bless you Father.

This makes so much sense. Thank u Father Mike, God bless.❤️

Do good ,love justice , and walk humbly with thy God. Hope I can remember that. Maybe print a T-shirt with that logo.

You help me s much Fr. Mike :^) Cheers

Beautiful. Thank you so much! Much needed and appreciated!

Just what I needed. Thanks Fr Mike!

Thankyou, x

Hi Fr Mike, video request -- can you please speak on attachment to sin? Particularly identifying attachments we may not be aware of and how to break free from said attachments? Thank you!

@AscensionPresents

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions, Jeni!

@michaelomega5783

8 жыл бұрын

I'll give you the short answer, first answer attachment to sin is when we allow ourselves to entertain the thought of whatever the sin is and then we act on it. To break from it and this is the only way is to build your life around prayer because the enemy can stand it and it will leave you.

@CWDoran

7 жыл бұрын

Purchase the Book: Sermons of Saint Alphonsus Liguori.....read the chapter on re-curring mortal sinners. Also you should be praying the 15 decade rosary EVERY DAY.

God is so good to give you the words which illluminate us and speak to our hearts. Be blessed!

Thank you so much for that. Peace be with you.