How can I know God’s plan for my life?
Follow these recommendations, and God will help you to understand what He is calling you to do with your life!
1. Prayer
Prayer is conversation with God—not just saying prayers, but listening and speaking to the Lord from your heart. Every day, read the Bible and talk with Jesus as if He were your best friend. Spend time with Jesus in the Eucharist. Ask Him to reveal His plan for you: “Jesus, I want to want what You want. Here I am Lord; I come to do Your will.” Trust completely that God has a plan for you.
2. Sacraments
The Sacraments are the way God has given us access to Himself. When you stray, go to Confession to be reconciled with God. Receive the Eucharist so that, united to Jesus, you can better hear his call for you.
3. The Blessed Mother
Mary is the ultimate example of openness to the will of God. “May it be done to me according to your word.” (Luke 1:38) Are you open to God’s will for you? Pray three Hail Marys every day asking Our Lady to help you answer God’s call.
4. Get Informed
It is impossible to discover your vocation without good information. What does it mean to have a holy Christian marriage? What do priests do? What is it like to be a religious sister or brother? Take what you have learned back to prayer.
5. Go on retreat
Miracles happen on retreats! One of the surest ways to discover God’s plan for you is to enter into silence and prayer over an extended period.
6. Get Advice
Don’t try to discern your vocation alone, without the help of the Church. Talk to priest or trusted spiritual advisor.
When the time comes, have the courage to move in the direction your heart tells you, confident that God will provide all the graces you need.