Let Yourself Wrestle with God

Have you ever felt like God really wanted you to do something, but you just weren’t ready for it? Maybe it’s a big life change, a relationship, or a vocation, but there’s something holding you back from saying yes to God’s call.
People may be inclined to think that this is a bad thing, and might put themselves down, saying they aren’t open to God’s will in their lives. But what if this back-and-forth with God is the one thing we need to really say yes?
When we wrestle with God, we’re not only engaging in relationship with him, but we’re being truly honest with him. He desires conversation with us, and it’s in wrestling with what God wants for our lives that we conform our hearts to his.
We may think we know God’s vocation for us, or his plan for our life, and that may scare us. But the truth is, we will never really be sure what God wants us to do until he really shows us. We can project sometimes. Right now, all he wants us to do is be his: to dedicate ourselves and our lives to him and his works, and to live every day as an opportunity to reach holiness.
Don’t pick a fight with God, thinking we know what he may want us to do someday. But don’t be afraid to wrestle with him today, because it can give us the strength and understanding needed to do his will.
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[@tylerkniga5860]

I am convinced Fr Mike doesn’t age LOL

[@timopper5488]

Every time he shaves his beard, he gets about five years younger. So he just repeats that throughout the year. 🤣🤣🤣

[@theresajita8240]

@@timopper5488 yes I agree with you Tim cos he looks handsome without beard n anywhere such a beautiful message toward us all. God bless us n take care everyone. Stay safe...amen..

[@timopper5488]

@@theresajita8240 You as well!

[@KM-ok6pk]

He is honestly one of the most handsome guys I have seen! His family must have good genes lol

[@timopper5488]

@@KM-ok6pk Since he’s not having children, he’s super-saturated with the good genes that he would’ve passed on. 🤣🤣🤣

[@Realidyne]

"Right now, He is calling you to be His. Right now, He is calling you to be loved by Him." Thanks for the insight, Fr. Mike!

[@sorrowfulgrace2984]

Dear Lord. The nun thing is exactly what I was wrestling with. I just got goose bumps 🙆🏻‍♀️

[@NK-nu4hy]

Same here! I think they can read minds👀 Haha😂

[@sado8772]

Amazing what happens here😍😂🙏 praise the lord!!!!

[@alecpaet]

@Colin Likewise brother! God's working the KZbin algorithm

[@candicehealy1629]

Know how you feel! 😖

[@hottyas9000degrees]

Same!!😩

[@YananoBere]

3:30 "They're fighting God over something he's never asked them to do" THIS IS A PERSONAL ATTACK and I don't appreciate it! 😂😂😂

[@choircats4226]

A week ago I wrote a reflection called “Wrestling with God.” Since the timing is immaculate, I thought I’d share with whomever wants to read: I know that God is calling me to surrender to Him, but surrendering would require action, change and accommodation. But usually, before people feel the need to surrender, they wrestle, contend, or fight. I’m wrestling with God. And this is not a one time thing. It will be a reoccurring process as my life progresses. And yes, I already know God will win the match, but I cannot fast forward. I cannot see the ending or know why this is happening. I can only dive into it. But as I wrestle with God, I’m careful. I know better than to betray his laws. So even though my heart and mind are a battlefield, I will still act and conduct myself in a manner that is not entirely displeasing to him...at least to the best of my ability. Nothing is obvious to me right now. But I have no choice but to keep walking forward as honorably as I can, and to be honest in my new spiritual and intellectual journey. One that I know will circle back to the home I already found. ❤️

[@marilynoliveira-anthony5664]

Beautiful. As time ticks by, I too am getting attuned to a spiritual enlightenment of faith. I wish the global Catholic community reflect more and dont just let life pass on. We should live our faith and not take it for granted...... it's okay to wrestle with God, He will only bless you fighting. The walk uphill for Catholics is a struggle but it's worth the climb. Stay blessed.

[@fer-gr8kf]

That's beautiful!! Reminded me of the Psalms

[@laurakmetko5400]

Thank u for sharing! Helped me

[@kiana653]

Thank you for sharing!

[@allearth2760]

Those words are comforting and enlightening!

[@sheisjustinee1868]

You should do like a zoom section where we get to ask you questions.

[@ostrichtime5407]

That's a really, really good idea.

[@marrenja8773]

Totally agree.

[@Beachdude2319]

What’s interesting is Israel literally translates to English as “one who wrestles with God”

[@PackhouseMediaCollective]

That’s why the descendants of Israel are so stubborn, trust me I witness this firsthand.

[@riyascorner9198]

lol I use to think God also used Israel as a pun Is Real

[@Donna-cc1kt]

So the English language is the final interpretation for meanings? Israel also mean God contended. Jacobs name was Israel and God blessed Jacob. I’m not gonna demean Israel whom God blessed. No one should.

[@brokula1312]

@@PackhouseMediaCollective lol God bless them.

[@drycleanernick7603]

@@PackhouseMediaCollective hahaha so true I love it tho

[@luuvvvu4ever692]

I've been struggling with the nun prospect and this video made it so clear for me because I'd much rather be married with children. God used you as an instrument for me today!

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.

[@karinagbarros6301]

This is the one haha!

[@veromontero4641]

I think it all depends dear . I will share you my experience growing up I was sent to girls school in my country since age of 4 until adolescents. I forgot to mention it was with nuns exciting 😊 I mean it was hard I remember praying so much that I question but well I followed I force to lol. I think when I was 16 I realized I was well educated and blessed to be there . I was even thinking to be a nun at that time not by force but because there was this beautiful desire to serve God. After I finish I went to college then my thoughts changed and well got married shortly after then had my first born. I’m thankful that I was given this chance to be a mother and I don’t regret it but if I wasn’t marry I would have gone back to serve God

[@stevemartin6267]

In life we sometimes have lightbulb moments, for me one of the greatest enlightenments came when I read and understood the poem referred to as Carrion Comfort. It was written by a 19th century Jesuit Priest, Gerard Manley Hopkins. (Warning - it is impenetrable on a first reading but worth studying) It seemed clear to me from his poetry that he suffered depression and despondency. The poem provides hope for those who suffer in life and blame God for the way He treats them. He poses the question to himself as to who he should cheer, God who is throwing him around or himself who struggles with God and he concludes he should cheer both. The wrestling with God that Fr Mike refers to is not just in life's tough decisions, but it also comes with suffering and with misfortune in life. It provides insight into the difficult question of why God makes us suffer in life. I learned the poem in 1973 and I remember it, verbatum et literatum to this day. God bless anyone who reads this post. There is two minutes you will never get back!! Hah.

[@Elven.]

Oh my goodness sometimes I wish there was another God to change my subscription.

[@stevemartin6267]

@@Elven. I get why you say that. We struggle with life; suffering is a part of life and sometimes we just don't get why God does to us what he does and why Life is the way it is. Life is very scary at times. I find comfort in these thoughts; life is incredibly short compared to eternity; pain suffering and adversity provides purification for our souls, even if we don't see it yet (again, the poem provides illumination on that). We do not understand now but we will understand when we die. In the meantime when we feel a desire to reject our faith because it is all too hard we need to say with humility "Father, thy will be done."; (as taught to us by Jesus in His passion and as reinforced by Saint Louisa Piccaretta) and also "Jesus I trust in you." as taught to us by Saint Faustina. Lastly, one of my prayers during the day is to say "Please give my family friends and myself the graces we need to get through the day." I think that endurance is sometimes easier with the help of God's grace and we should ask for that. Don't look for another God, we are on the right track and we will be very happy to have put our faith in God. God bless you.

[@godisinchargesueowl8599]

Have you tried the Divine Mercy Chaplet ? It's of great comfort for end times. It was given by God to St Faustina in preparation for His second coming. There are great miracles associated with the Chaplet ! For those not aware please check Fr Chris Alar from the Divine Mercy channel ! He's from the shrine. God bless !

[@stevemartin6267]

@@godisinchargesueowl8599 Hi Sue, There are many of us that pray the Chaplet every day at 3pm. I would also encourage people to join the Divine Mercy confraternity where our intentions for the rosary are joined, and we effectively pray for each other. But on the Divine Mercy Chaplet, it is good for Catholics to become familiar with it as it can be prayed for a person who is dying. St Faustina discusses the Graces that flow directly from Jesus in those circumstances. There is so much more to our religion than I ever got from sermons at Mass and Catholic schools religion classes! Thanks for posting this suggestion Sue!

[@Elven.]

Stockholm Syndrome!

[@alec6583]

This is the priest who'd make it way too far in a zombie apocalypse.

[@Richie016]

Climbing up the ladder of progress through prayer strengthens faith.

[@HawkingRegime13]

Being called to the vocation of the married life and not being able to enter into it immediately is very frustrating. Definitely wrestling with God all the time about that longing.

[@ninaelle2003]

Last year I was exactly where you are. I was in the middle of my "period of intentional singleness" to focus on my faith and career. During that time I grew closer in friendship with a coworker. We started dating in March and got engaged in October. Take time to focus on the Lord and pray for your future spouce. They may not be a person you would like right now, they may have some changing to do before you two can build a relationship.

[@HawkingRegime13]

@@ninaelle2003 I agree, I have been praying daily for my spouse for months, and I think I am finally solidfying my focus on the Lord.

[@codyhallnan9442]

Gotta say, the videos from Fr. Mike on this channel have been phenomenal for me. Was raised Christian but turned away from God/The Chruch around age 14. Twelve years later I felt spiritually dead within and very lost, well before the whole epidemic. Finding these videos has helped so much in getting back into consuming God's word, praying, and surrounding myself in content that promotes the Lord. And it feels pretty good! Definitely know what that wrestle can be like. Especially when you're still learning so much.

[@simondylim547]

The part of Jacob wrestling with the angel saying “I’m not gunna let go until you bless me” had me crack up pretty hard 😂 sounds like me on a day to day basis, God’s baby boy 😂😂😂

[@rachela.5311]

Really needed this. I struggle with understanding who and what God is and isn't. I was raised southern evangelical so God is responsible for hurricanes or God made this bad thing happen because you sinned. RCIA didn't really cover understanding God so I don't know where to turn. I have this deep fear that if I truly and fully trust in Jesus and God that He will make something bad happen to 'test' me, or that He will make something bad happen but call it good. I need to be more open about that in my prayers and ask for understanding.

[@matthewpurcell6943]

Perfect timing for this video. I’ve been wrestling with even being a believer for a few months. I feel like there’s something out there but man being Catholic is so much harder than being Protestant was. All the reasons I joined the church, the rigidity and truth, make it harder, especially going into the navy away from any support system

[@JacobGindhart]

Brother you got this! Gods grace is abundant and especially for those serving our country. I’m praying for you man. Pax!

[@roch_wilder14]

I converted from Protestantism when I was 19 almost 25 now and I have those same feelings that it was easier when I was Protestant. I’ve had times of wanting to walk away because of lack of support and things that God was asking it’s definitely hard but worth it...keep going! He’s got you!

[@-gina1114]

Wonderful advice Father Mike! I wish KZbin existed when I was growing up, and there was an equivalent of you and Ascension Presents creating video content. And I wish I was in a place, spiritually, back then wherein I knew I needed to ask God what He wanted me to do with the life He has given me and patiently wait for His response. The young people today are so richly blessed to have you pastoring them, Father Mike. God bless you and Ascension Presents!!!

[@catherinerose2434]

Exactly! im only 13!

[@airishsitdown6825]

But it's never too late

[@toddgruber5729]

I'm sure everyone is thinking this...Fr. Mike, did you literally cover this topic just for me? Dang...so good (and timely).

[@josetteabdilla-cunningham1542]

Oh my goodness, Fr Mike, thank you so much for the clarification. I particularly prayed for understanding this excerpt from the Bible - the one of Jacob wrestling with God. I am overwhelmed with joy, as I now understand that my own wrestling does not anger God, but rather brings me closer to Him. Praised be God's name. Thank you for the invaluable guidance and may God keep blessing you and all the priests who help us on our journey to our final destination.

[@sonumathewvj]

I had been wondering for the past few days where Fr Mike had been so long and why he didn't show up on the video. What a coincidence - my Lord showed me this video to make me realize that our God takes care of even our trivial thoughts and desires.

[@rosejimenez9166]

Oh yeah forgot thank you Father Mike Schmitz for the virtual bible studies every generation should have a positive man of God to study with and you are easy to look at so that makes it better love your weekly blessings .........🙏

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.

[@fernandogallegos9271]

That priest example is what in going through. Thank you Father Mike. Great video

[@Elif99646]

Father Mike, l love you so much! Mainly because you make me love God. May God reward you with his mercy. Amen. 😇

[@jacintowilliamson5597]

Please pray for me.. For conversion and holiness and healing... I'm in a dark night of the soul and spirit right now.. thank you

[@SandraDiaz-bn8kk]

Perfect timing. The Lord is with you, Fr. Mike. May you continue to be blessed and share that with us!

[@Diego_Medina]

I’ve been wrestling with the thought of whether the priesthood is for me. I’m 24 and currently an undergrad student waiting to graduate in Spring 2021. My parents believe that me wanting to possibly become a priest is all in my head and that I’ll ultimately get out of this “phase.”

[@knight__AMDG]

Diego, after you get your undergrad, consider entering the seminary. You can leave with ease if it is not for you.

[@TiggyTabbycat]

one of my regrets is not going to seminary

[@joaneberhart5519]

Said a prayer for you to know and follow God's Will.

[@paulao.8378]

Maybe try going on a retreat for those discerning. Talking to a vocations director in your diocese is a good start. You don’t have to commit to anything, just talking about it might give you more insight

[@Kyle_Duffy]

It's not a phase, it's a fork in the road in which you make a decision. Doing God's will will bring you happiness. He is our eternal Father. Maybe the priesthood isnt for you. Maybe it is. This is your time to find out. I agree with the recommendation to speak to a vocations director.

[@TimonRamstein]

How beautiful. This is a God of relationship, he wants to come face to face with us, authentically, honestly, with all anger, questions and grief. That itself gives me so much peace over my fights already.

[@iamelihtco2593]

Thank you for the wisdom Fr. Mike. I think that is what's been happening to me the past months. I surrender to Him whatever He plans for my life. Pray for me and my vocation as well Father. God bless you more!

[@lovelast4evergemma508]

Did not even wait shared immediately this is AWESOME THANKYOU Father Mike💜✝️💜

[@lilyawood]

I can't wait to surrender and just be at peace with my decision. He and I both know how this will end but only the Lord knows when

[@duanegoggins873]

AS one who picked many fights with GOD both knowingly and unknowingly, and one who has occasion to continue to wrestle with GOD, Thank you for this video and your words of wisdom. God Bless you Fr.

[@theresalayton9286]

Your video is always come out at the perfect time for what I need to hear at that moment. Thank you and God bless

[@notoriousmigz2427]

That "wrestling" phase can often be helpful in learning how and why God wants certain things of us, why we're called to do certain things that on some occassion aren't in accordance with our will or ideas. Can be very important parts of our journey towards God.

[@phine999]

Wow Fr. Mike, your videos have been so timely always, thank you for this video! I've been for months now, wrestling with the calling to religious consecrated life but see so many barriers to being able to enter. Like you said, I think I'm slowly conformed to His will and am slowly surrendering to whatever His plan might be, with fervent prayers. Please keep me in your prayers. God bless you!

[@marywolf9900]

This is such a good Video!!! I find that God wants me to talk and cry and rejoice and be angry as long as its a relationship with him..its ok to be worried and seek his guidance and his gift of Peace..He wants all your problems and questions..he has the answers! Be still and know he is God..give it all to him..then don't worry anymore..God is working on it!

[@marymccannfrancis9855]

Beautiful thank you father Mike god bless you

[@angelmartin733]

you have no idea how much this helped, thanks Fr Mike!!

[@juliocesarmoreira7134]

Thank you, brother, for having made me remind this. Fr. Júlio, from Brazil.

[@niyeshakantharia7548]

Thankyou Father! Another 'just what I needed to hear' video!

[@emmadevine4979]

Hi Father!!Just a question...are you aware of Luisa Picaretta and the gift of living in the Divine Will??if you are....you have such a great platform to share it....if you arent....please,please get into it.Greatest gift God can ever bestow upon mankind,this side of eternity ...you are doing awesome work and I grow so much from your videos,thank you for all you do and your yes to God 🥰

[@karlthompson9625]

Thank you I know a lot of People say this but this video came at the exact time I needed it... I feel as if this messages was for me

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.....

[@livingstranger]

Fr Mike is someone who has reliably encouraged me in my most difficult spiritual valleys.

[@Magnificat42]

If we aren't challenging things and having faith being tested, it might not last. Wrestling with scripture is way better than blind belief.

[@pikachuuprising637]

I wrestled a bit too hard today with him. I was angry. My mom is battling cancer, Im going through a rough patch financially, and every day feels overwhelming, my sister even had her car stolen. It seems like my family and I cant catch a break. I feel cursed, and that he doesn't care. So today lashed out against him, angry. Do I feel bad yes, I also felt relieved I was honest with him.

[@joannalapucha1263]

Father Mike’s joy at just speaking and sharing is amazing to see but hard to emulate. It’s like where does that come from.

[@charleneanderson2215]

Made me realize we all wrestle with God to learn a important message ❤️🙏

[@samuelmulupi2658]

I see this beautiful sense in every word.

[@spidermiddleagedman]

This is what iam wondering about fr mike all the time everything he says makes a lot of sense.

[@TheFunfolks]

Good meditation on "Wrestling with God" in our daily lives.

[@marrenja8773]

Fr. Mike, please talk about consolation and desolation because I feel like I need to know deeper 🙏

[@florecitamora1421]

Gracias Señor por bendecinos con hombres dispuestos a dar su vida, en vida por la Gloria de Dios y de su Santa Iglesia (Lo cual somos nuestros.) 🙏 Rezemos por ellos y hagamos algo HOY para recordarles a nuestros Sacerdotes cuanto les agradecemos y estimamos... Gracias por todo Padre Mike!

[@nilvigloriani7723]

God bless and protect Fr. Mike 🙏🏼😊💕

[@Hopeless-pw8ri]

"Have you ever felt like God really wanted you to do something, but you just weren’t ready for it?" YES!!! FOR THE PAST THREE YEARS!!!

[@Mtthey]

i Love JESUS CHRIST and HOLY SPIRIT and GOD our FATHER ✝️🙏🏻 GOD Bless you all ✝️🙏🏿✝️🙏🏻❤️⛪🙌💯

[@laurakmetko5400]

'The call of the day..Not the call of someday.' Wow father MIKE!

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.

[@Strive1974]

Fr Mike, ty, ty, and ty.

[@andraskewes5804]

I adore Father Mike --- but if I go to settings and put the speed on 75x, I can understand it so much better.

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you ...

[@wreloise1]

‘One day at a time’ ...Today, I’ll pray the various prayers, eat taffy and watch a movie🙏🏾❤️

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.

[@spidermiddleagedman]

Omg the Timing, Fr. Mike thank you.

[@YananoBere]

Thank you for explaining this passage. The Old Testament is SO DEEP. The whole time I was thinking, "How dare he challenge God? & why would God concede to a human?" 😅 I feel embarrassed admitting this now. 🙈

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you..

[@terrencejackson1824]

A very Rare and truthful interpretation. Thank You 🙏🏾

[@joyyoung3319]

Thank You Father Mike. God Bless You!

[@joannebywaters4154]

Thank you once again Fr Mike!! God bless & love you more✌🙏😊

[@carlachua]

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

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you..

[@patrickmooney4135]

That's a fantastic message. Thanks, Father.

[@matthewgriesel4849]

How would you know if u are "picking a fight" or "wrestling"?

[@ruthdavmor1611]

The way I understood it is like this: if God really does call you to somewhere / something that you aren’t ready for, you get to wrestle with Him (I’m kind of there right now). If you start pessimistically trying to predict what He’s going to ask of you, based on your fears or sense of guilt, you’re picking a fight. For example, I feel guilt about being useless at helping people in practical ways (e.g. babysitting). I blame God for looking harshly on me for not doing the “right thing”. Except that He’s never yet actually asked me to do what I’m not good at. My guilt does all the talking and I end up blaming God for what only exists inside my own head...

[@nateasai3060]

Thank you father, you always clear things up for me

[@Darth_Vader258]

The Lord God said this to me. "WRESTLE with me My BELOVED child, just like My BELOVED Jacob did and you will find Greener Pastures."

[@easyasfinance196]

Love this vid, bravo Fr. Mike. I love that we’re allowed to wrestle with God.

[@nayirivahradian9497]

Thank you. I needed to hear this

[@annatmarshall5133]

God asked me to pray for someone once...I would've rather poked a beehive. I sulked for a good time, but eventually did as I was asked.

[@maryhoekstra314]

How to wrestle the devil out of my thoughts.

[@user-uj5pc7dy2j]

Pray.

[@rachelkeif5372]

Rosary! Saint Michael prayer!

[@chachatruth3534]

Spend time with JESUS in the BLESSED SACRAMENT! If JESUS can get me off alcohol! just with sitting in His presence! It will work for you or anyone! P.s if UR in LOCKDOWN do it online! God Bless you

[@rodacades3479]

Yes the Saint Micheal prayer is amazing pray it every day and trust me the Devil will get away from your head

[@maryhoekstra314]

Thanks everyone!!!

[@zacwuzhere]

When this man becomes a saint if I am on this side to see it, I look forward to asking his intercession! Haha, but truly, may the Lords Will win out.

[@gill426]

Thank you, I really appreciate you talking about these things, it's a great help, your perspective was vital to my journey so far and I mean that literally. If you don't mind, would you talk about wrestling with God in the case of feeling abandoned/ wronged by Him too? That would be amazing because you have a lot of insight on uncomfortable scenarios. And I know I'm not alone in this, I recently heard from people in the context of spiritual and clerical abuse and they share a lot of my pain in the context of the relationship with God. Thank you for considering. :) Oh and could Ascension Press please make their prints more accessible? I'm from Germany and it is always sooooo difficult to partake in the events like the Advent preparation because the books don't ship to Germany. Could you maybe put in a good word for girls like me who come from the Old World of Europe? ;) That would be so nice. Thank you anyways, I'm so thankful for you videos and your living example. God bless you and take care. 🙏🏼🌟💗

[@luiscalvillo3725]

Beautiful discussion, thank you, Father Mike.

[@priscillatobin4689]

Holy everything, I felt that you were talking to me. I know God called to something, what it is only God knows. I have been trying to get closer and closer to God and also understanding his word and what he wants from me. I still don't know what he is calling me to do. Please pray for me.

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you..

[@user-or1ye3iz6d]

I needed this video so much.

[@ivonnemedrano8937]

God bless you Father Mike have a great week.

[@vic38290]

He he he! a very new and interesting idea. To wrestle with God like what Jacob was doing. I was excited indeed to listen and pray what's new to me. Thank you Fr.

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.

[@AnnaS1371]

I love listening to Fr Mike! 😊

[@jenelms905]

Great video, so interesting. Thank you and God bless you 🙏🥂 Happy 2022 😊🙏

[@bricepeters3924]

Amen!

[@loveyourself4707]

I was just talking to my sister about this very thing the other day! As always, great, helpful video!

[@Marontyne]

Great video! Thanks!

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.

[@Mr._Anderpson]

The great thing about picking a fight with God is it indirectly takes all the stress out of the situation. It isn't like we're going to win. (That's a joke, because I'm a bad person.)

[@RockyMtnAdam]

Father Mike, how do I know God is calling me to something? Or should I know? I'm not a very good Catholic and I've only gone to church a handful of times, but I am trying to change that and learn more to better myself and those around me.

[@timopper5488]

The first thing is to confess directly to God, and then receive the sacrament of reconciliation with a priest. After that, attend mass weekly on Sat vigil/Sun (if available in your area currently). That’s just my advice for bettering yourself. As far as God calling you, I’m probably no help there.

[@class.C]

Pray

[@sadiepeterson9796]

Go to the sacraments first. It's your way of telling God you're open to His plan. Like the prodigal son, God will run out to you and accept you back into His family. He won't force anything.

[@tomandrews1429]

@@timopper5488 How can you distinguish between God calling you to do something and your own deep desires?

[@timopper5488]

@@tomandrews1429 I’m not sure. But if what you do helps others more than it hurts, and maybe if it even goes against your own desires, then maybe it’s God making His will for you known more strongly than if it was an easy decision for you to make. I guess that doing what you’re called to do usually isn’t an epiphany moment, but requires struggle. So if you have a clearer idea of what to do **after** your struggle, then that’s probably the idea to follow.

[@lesterlong9798]

Yes, Fr. Mike! It does makes sense!

[@Densmith43]

How can you know my ABSOLUTE strife ? Life now is cry for help all the time !

[@rosejimenez9166]

Greetings Dear Catholics I am learning the responsibilities of being a woman bible studies has helped me understand little by little I am no angel but a Rose......🌹

[@lisancristo8214]

Thank you verymuch Dr. Mike , I needed to hear that

[@joandunkelberger7187]

Happy Birthday, Father

[@carolrobertson2023]

What great energy! Thanks for this great advice!

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you

[@candicehealy1629]

I've been wrestling with this for year's! Finally got a spiritual advisor, and have been in contact with 4 communities and the last community won't take me on because l turned 36 in July cut off age is 35! So l give up! I give up......

[@mmut8602]

Don't give up, that is just not where you are meant to be. Pray for wisdom. God bless!

[@DinoAungpe]

🙏🙏🙏

[@joonbug13]

I’m so angry! How could God let these things happen?? How could God let me have children that would have a mother so awful?? I am still wrestling with God Father Mike. I need help.

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you....

[@BarbaraTheViolinist]

Hello Father! Would it be possible for you to film commentary/ meditation for the Sunday readings? It would be very helpful as the Word of God is not always clear 🙏 Thank you for all the other videos! 😍

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you

[@barbarakrajewska313]

@@frmikeschmitz9920 You are not Father Mike...

[@공선민-r3s]

um, hello. I am currently struggling with this kind of stuff. I have trouble recognizing the things I hear are whether if it is just the thoughts from my mind, the devil's temptation, or what God tells me to do. I get that I shouldn't pick a fight with God, but how should I handle this struggle? How would I really know if it's God telling me to do something? or not?

[@25Boj]

I do not wish to join the lord in his kingdom. I have suffered enough and still suffering, I desire no more to entire his kingdom . The only prayer is that when I die let my soul die as well forever.

[@ruthdavmor1611]

Thank you! I love all your videos but this one was just perfect for me right now. And I really did have to laugh at the idea of picking fights with God: of course, I’ve never done that... 😙

[@malakmagdy2011]

Thank you very much!! That was for me!!!!

[@frmikeschmitz9920]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation (Gabriel MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.

[@malakmagdy2011]

@@frmikeschmitz9920 you are such a scam ..

[@flatgash]

Fr Mike’s voice is in constant 4x fast-forward