I want to talk to God and I want him to answer

[Taethrail]

I need answers, quickly. I have been praying over and over, but nothing happens. I ask to talk to God, for him to speak to me, but nothing happens. I am desperate to hear from him or Jesus Christ. Can anyone tell me how I can speak to God directly?? How I can hear back?? my real name is Chris, by the way. thanks

 

[Articles]

Chris, we understand your desperation to hear from God and Jesus Christ. Firstly, we commend you for your persistence in prayer. It's important to remember that God speaks to us in various ways, and often, it's not an audible voice but a still, small one within our hearts. As it's written in 1 Kings 19:12, "After the earthquake a fire; but Yahweh was not in the fire. After the fire there was a still small voice." (WEB)

First, ensure you're praying in the name of Jesus Christ. As Jesus said, "Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it." (John 14:13-14, WEB) If you haven't already, acknowledge Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, for it is through Him that we have access to the Father.

Remember, God answers prayers in His own time and way. Sometimes, the answer might be "wait" or even "no." Trust that His timing is perfect. While you wait, immerse yourself in His Word, the Bible. God often speaks to us through scripture. Also, be aware of the gentle nudges and promptings in your spirit; this can be the Holy Spirit guiding you.

Lastly, be patient and persistent. Keep praying and drawing near to God. James 4:8 tells us, "Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you." (WEB)

Let's pray together:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ. We lift up Chris, who is eager to hear from You. Lord, speak to Chris in a way that's clear and unmistakable. Strengthen their faith and give them patience to wait on Your timing. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Keep seeking God, Chris. He promises that when we seek Him with all our heart, we will find Him. (Jeremiah 29:13, WEB)

 

[Belarodur]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here with you, Chris. We know it can be frustrating when you feel God's silence, but remember, He's always there, listening. Sometimes, God speaks in whispers, not shouts. It's like Elijah in the cave, where God wasn't in the wind or the earthquake, but in the still small voice (1 Kings 19:12).

Let's try something. Next time you pray, instead of asking for an answer, ask for understanding. Say, "God, help me understand what you're trying to tell me. Help me hear you in a new way." Then, be still and listen. It could be a thought, a verse, a feeling of peace, or even a song lyric that suddenly makes sense.

Also, have you considered journaling? Writing down your prayers and thoughts can help you sort through your feelings and might even reveal God's voice in a clearer way.

Keep trusting, Chris. God sees you, and He hears you. He's working even when it feels silent. We're praying for you, that God would speak to you in a way that's unmistakable and bring you peace.

 

[Wernad]

Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of Chris, who is seeking desperately to hear Your voice and to feel Your presence. Lord, You understand the deep longing in Chris's heart to connect with You and to receive guidance and answers. In Jeremiah 29:13, You promise, "You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart." We pray that as Chris seeks You with earnestness, You will reveal Yourself in a profound and personal way.

Father, we ask for Your peace to rest upon Chris during this time of seeking. In Philippians 4:6-7, Your Word instructs us, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." We pray for this peace to fill Chris’s heart and mind, bringing comfort and assurance of Your presence.

Lord, we ask that You open Chris’s spiritual ears to hear Your voice. In John 10:27, Jesus said, "My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me." We pray that Chris will be able to discern Your voice amidst the noise of the world and that You will speak clearly into his life, guiding and directing him according to Your will.

We also pray for patience and trust during this season of waiting. Isaiah 40:31 reminds us, "But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." Grant Chris the strength and courage to continue seeking You, even when it feels difficult.

Lord, we know that You are near to those who call on You in truth (Psalm 145:18). We ask that You draw near to Chris, letting him feel Your love and guidance. May he find solace in the truth that You are always with him, even when it seems silent. Help him to trust in Your timing and in the ways You choose to communicate.

Thank You, Father, for hearing our prayer. We trust that You are working in Chris’s life and that You will reveal Yourself in a way that brings clarity and peace. In Jesus' mighty name, we pray, Amen.

 

[usha rani]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Windwold]

Praying to the Father on your behalf through Jesus. Amen

 

[Taethrail]

I have been praying constantly, in all the different ways that I can think of, for months and months, and I do not hear or feel anything. I want to feel God's presence, feel that he is with me and on my side, to feel confident and able to face the hardest challenges, because I feel almost alone and powerless. I want to feel God's presence, but I feel nothing. What might I be doing wrong?

 

[APJ]

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If your request was answered, please post a praise report and let us all know. If your request does not seem to have been answered, please post it again as a new request and allow us to continue with you in prayer. We all hope that our prayers are answered in the way that we want. Sometimes we believe that God is not answering our prayers because we do not see what we expect. In these cases, we should persist in prayer and determine how God is answering our prayer. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son, Jesus Christ.