Door #4 has been really important for me in my journey. For a large period of my life, I thought that God's desires were an entirely different thing from my own desires. Practically speaking, this meant that God's will for me was normally something that I didn't want or desire and would be painful for me, as if doing God's will meant to deny who I am and what I want. This couldn't be further from the truth. As I've grown in my relationship with God and in Christian maturity, I've discovered that God's will for me is already written on my heart. If I am honest, and I sit before the Lord in prayer and ask him about an important decision in my life, I normally discover in the deepest depths of my heart a desire already present for the the choice God is inviting me to make. Another way of saying it is that my deepest desires are themselves God's invitation to walk through the door. Great video as always Fr Mike! Thanks for the moment to stop and reflect on the Christian Life.
I always ask myself the question if I should join the seminary or not, and if it's the best decision for me. I pray to God. to help me find my main purpose in life.
I love the last part. "Even if you make the wrong decision even after asking all those decisions, the Lord STILL will be with you. And He always provides a way to get back on track." This is so reassuring, especially for someone like me who always doubts themselves and their own decisions; who always rely on God's voice. But there are times in my life when I feel like I don't hear Him as much, or clearly; or maybe I did but I just didn't like His answer. So I seek out the answers for myself and try to see if what I want to believe is what God wants for me. Hearing this statement allowed me to not be scared, because knowing that even if I make mistakes, or make the wrong decision, I know my God will still love me, and will still accept me no matter what.
1. Is this a good/neutral door? (God has not already spoken out against it) 2. Is this an open door? (The "door" has not already told me no and I could actually walk through it) 3. Is this a wise door? (Think now. Will this help me live the life and be the person God wants me to be) 4. Is this a door that I want? (Free will)
@@josephcorrigan9160 at 2:27 timeline of the video, he clearly says about this . Is this a good door? The answer to your eve question is -> if eve had asked is this a good door, meaning did God say very clearly do not eat this fruit of this tree? Yes God did say do not do that . Thereby making it not a good door , decision wise. And therefore making the choice against God’s will , in other words wrong choice. I hope I made sense and helped you. Please excuse my English., I am trying to be better at this..
Great advice, Fr. Mike. I personally like to add going to confession and receiving the Eucharist before making a decision thereby leaving my whole heart open and being connected to God without any hindrance.
@@josephcorrigan9160 idk what are you talking about i think that you need to open your heart to receive Jesus and thats when you will feel him. The Eucharist is the body of Christ that he left for us to worship and that is one of the direct form of communication to Jesus that he left for us whenever we adore the Eucharist
I was confused for so long about my vocation. I knew that I wouldn’t make a good mother but I was scared of the other options. Finally, God spoke to my heart and deep down I knew that I was called to be a religious. It took me a little while to used to the idea, but after a couple of days I felt an overwhelming sense of peace and joy!
Continue to pray, my dear one. Entering religious life has to have one motivation.... and that is a deep love for God. I am not saying that God cannot build His grace on a motivation apart from that, but if that basic thing.... that deep love for Jesus is not there, then eventually, when things get rough, and your expectations of religious life fall short, one may end up disatisfied. On the other hand, if it is anchored on that deep love for Jesus, then whatever may come, the reason why you'll stay no matter want is internal. I am not saying that you dont have a vocation. Jesus put that desire in your heart, and pray over it more that it will have deep roots ❤ hope to see you soon in the convent, Sister! Jesus loves you
I love listening yo you and your very wise ideas, Father Mike. I never know if I am doing the right thing, so am probably not. I always ask the Holy Spirit to give me wisdom and discernment. I have made many wrong decisions in my life, but I continue to live what I think is the best way for me. I do ask Jesus to show me his will for my life. I wait for his answer.
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Thank you father Mike!!! I was looking for something like this :) I was stressing out about making choices in my life and at the same time doing God’s will. Then it hit me that I was actually not wanting the responsibility of making a choice (indecisiveness) so I wanted to let God handle it. Now I know I have to work and pray harder to be responsible for what I want to pursue, being confident that my Lord will be on the other side of the door I choose to open. This just brought peace to my heart, and I feel happier about my future and enthusiastic about God’s plans for my family. “Oh Jesus, I surrender myself to you. Take care of everything”.
At 5:00 I almost began to cry. I feel suddenly so enlightened and relieved about decisions, not just current ones but past ones. Never knew really, or never appreciated, that my desire is an okay part of the equation (even though I've always told my kids who are young adults now, "Sometimes God's will and your own desires match; it's not like God's will is always going to be opposite of yours or necessarily hard.") (Seems like I can take my own advice, but I never realized that until I heard Fr. Mike say it just now!) And it is so liberating to know that between two choices, both can be good. Being "choices" doesn't necessarily mean they are diametrically opposed ipso facto, nor that if they are opposed one is 'bad' and the other 'good'. They can both be good even if in apparent opposition. (Ex: Go to college or start a business? Get married or become a religious?) Wow, I am so relieved. I could cry. I mean it. I have struggled wondering if I made wrong or even "bad" choices in my youth, like if I totally missed God's signals and graces and maybe overlooked a decision God was pointing me to. But now I think I can be at peace with decisions I've made, stop wondering "what if?" and know that one or the other decision was good and that God is with me here. What a gift of peace I have just received. I am thankful that the Holy Spirit gives Fr. Mike the right words said in the right way! Yeeha~!
@@josephcorrigan9160 Oh, dear, my friend. It is you who are lost. I pray for you to come home to the only Church founded by Christ, the true, One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church. God bless you.
BUT!@@jeanie6279I doubt that you mean that "...my friend..." AND? I AM NOT lost! but you are? as a roman catholic! OBTW! JESUS ***never used that word < c h u r c h*** >! and your denomination was NOT founded by JESUS who was/is The Christ! so it is? NOT true? but? full of lies! NOR! it is? one! but WITH! many competing? devotions! and catholic only means universal! so? BIG deal! NOR is it a fit home for anyone? even you?
Augustine defines evil as disordered love, and good as rightly ordered love: loving God with the love of adoration, our neighbors with charity, and the things of the world with moderation, to use them but not give our whole hearts to them. We are to use things and love persons, not use persons and love things. We are to adore God and use creatures, not adore creatures and try to use God. That's rightly ordered love.
Father Mike, you're really hit on the point. I often say to God, 'Your will be done, it's up to You God. " Because i don't want to take the responsibility of my choices. Thank you father Mike, this is what God want me to know.
@@ASRCFTAtheist and ***why do you tell lies about me*** ? FOR! I hate no one? as? JESUS does not allow that! and the roman catholic < denomination > is NOT a < c h u r c h > ? WHICH is a word JESUS never used? and ALL catholics are indeed ***roman*** ! BUT none are christian! but still pagans!
Thank you for this new information, it has help me in my 3 year long journey of constantly thinking what I should do in life, I'm 25 this year and I have been sitting around wondering what to do as my vocation and waiting for God to answer me because so many people tell me to just ask God if you're not sure, but many times I hear nothing back plus I'm still working on my listening skills with God. I was starting to worry for myself that maybe I am just not too sensitive to God's voice yet so it's harder for me to hear back from Him faster like the others. Anyways, your video helped me to realize that I can now do things as I want to do or had the thought to do, I put those decisions in life on pause because I just kept wanting to hear back from God first then only I'll make a move and decision, so thank you for reminding me that God had already told us He will be with me and all of us wherever we go in life, and He will let no harm fall on us but also highlighting the importance that free will is in my hands as well, whatever decisions I make it's all freewill, so I better make the best decision that I see fit and if there are things and paths where He doesn't want me to go, He will stop in me in His own ways but at least I won't be wondering around if any of those jobs fit me because I never bother to try and see it to the end, I'm going to stop my waiting season now and just move forward, wishing all those out there who are discerning and figuring out what they want to do in life, may God bless us all~ May we also learn to trust in Him to guide us and be there for us wherever we choose to go in life.
After spending hours on watching videos on YT how to find purpose in life, there is one of two videos that will stay with me for rest of my life. Thank you and Sole Deo Gloria
I am not afraid to take decisions, but I only ask God never lose my inner peace. Since inner peace grants me the self conviction that what I am doing is not only "what I want", but God is not against that decision, and it is this that grants me the courage, strength and determination to persist even when I know I must overcome obstacles and hardships by taking such decisions.
A man should not go JUST because there is a shortage of priests. God ALWAYS provides. That said discernment (not just vocations but anything, especially major) done well is always good - former seminarian.
ACCIDENTALLY FOUND THIS VIDEO IN A TIME I REALLY NEEDED IT, THANKS SO MUCH , PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE A BLESSING TO ALL THOSE WHOSE HEART YOU TOUCH,, THE DOOR CONCEPT IS REALLY GOOD TO RELATE TO , HENCE UNDERSTOOD IT SO I CAN DECIDE.... THANK YOU FATHER MIKE!!!
My wife uses T.H.I.N.K (True, helpful, inspirational, necessary, kind) to tell my daughters how to discern what to say to others. It is interesting to see how there are some commonalities between what you are saying and this.
When I have an important decision to make or help, I fast. Evening to evening I ask for guidance. Usually within a few days it is clear to my spirit something. If I feel I need more info I set ahead a day to fast AGAIN, maybe asking, “Lord how do I DO this?” Thirdly you can put a fleece before him to confirm what you think you understood, but don’t test or try the Lord. It never fails. Sometimes he shows me I have sin in the way, like priorities or attitude or I’ve offended someone, etc. so remove the obstacles to have his ear and hear. I always learn something. Lean in.
Here are some ideas for a 9-year-old's birthday party: Scavenger Hunt: Organize a scavenger hunt around the neighborhood or park with clues leading to the birthday gift or party location. Movie Night: Rent a projector and have a movie night in the backyard or living room. Craft Party: Have a craft party where the children can make and take home their own creations, such as tie-dye shirts, beaded jewelry, or personalized picture frames. Sports Day: Organize a sports day with games like capture the flag, dodgeball, and relay races. Cooking Class: Have a cooking class where the children can learn how to make a new dish or bake their own birthday cake. Pool Party: Rent a pool or go to a local water park for a day of swimming and fun in the sun. Board Game Party: Have a board game party with a selection of board games and snacks. Science Experiment Party: Have a science experiment party where the children can participate in hands-on experiments and learn about science. Remember to take into account the interests and preferences of the birthday child when choosing the party theme.
I know Fr. Mike directs his ministry at young adults, but I'm 47 and always get so much out of what he has to say. I'm in the process of trying to discern God's will for me in a volunteer role. This is helpful. Thank you.
I Like YoUr message Brother I really really like they way explain to some who may not know and are reluctant to Chose GOD and His will. 1; I AM thy GOD, thou shall have No other GODS before Me.
I have been thinking about this for many many years. Being priest is quite a step. I have been thinking and discerning this for almost 23 plus years. I am not there yet. Its getting there, but I just want to make sure with God and Christ.
Father, You are a fountain following of of the Holy Spirit. In todays christian struggles you answer our deepest concerns. Also thank you for being so human. JMJ Bless you . . . Jeff
This past weekend, my life was changed. I went to a retreat and opened my heart to The Lord and I invited the Holy Spirit into my life and heart and I prayed to receive my gifts. And then a miracle happened. I surrendered my brain, my thoughts, my heart, my mouth, and my words to The Lord and then He gave me the gifts of preaching, joy, and wisdom. I am called to bring my family to the Catholic Church. And I gave the Lord my life and invited Him to use me for the greater good. God is so very real and once the Holy Spirit starts the fire in your heart, NO ONE, not even ourselves, can stop it. Don’t give up on the Lord. Don’t seek happiness. Seek Joy and seek Him. Amen.
Thank you and God bless you Father Mike. I am currently in a difficult period in my life. In a very vulnerable and uncertain point and have been for half a year now. I have been praying a lot asking God to tell me what His will is. And I haven't been able to hear him, till I believe now. Your words truly helped a lot. And in fact make things much simpler than I thought. I will reflect on your words some more to confirm what door to walk through. Thank you once again
THANKS FATHER MIKE! Once again you have explained something so well. I'm in my 60s now but never to late to learn something and try to improve. Wish i saw this video as a youth
Thank you for sharing this video. It means a lot to me. I think this is the answer that God wants me to hear. I've been wondering about what should I do with my life and often ask god "Just tell me what to do and I will do it" but its not leading me anywhere. With this I realised that maybe God wants me to choose by myself and He will accompany me along the way. Thank you so much
Father Mike, thank you so much for helping us to understand so many things really god bless Father mike please be strong, we depend on priests like you.. your in God the father's plan to help us to understand more.
This was so helpful and something that I have been struggling with while at a cross-road in my life. Good, Open, Wise, Want ... prayer really does work!. Blessings.
Thank You Fr.Mike, I was born Catholic and you are teaching me things I didn't even know! it has opened so many doors to happiness, I can't think of any way to thank you except saying, I Love you Brother!
thank you so much, this will definitely help me in making my decision for college. it was very helpful in splitting up the steps of making a decision. it was very insightful.
Thank you so much, Father. You're one of the wisest, funniest, and holiest priests I've ever known, and I always look forward to your next video. You're helping me so much.
Door #4 has been really important for me in my journey. For a large period of my life, I thought that God's desires were an entirely different thing from my own desires. Practically speaking, this meant that God's will for me was normally something that I didn't want or desire and would be painful for me, as if doing God's will meant to deny who I am and what I want. This couldn't be further from the truth. As I've grown in my relationship with God and in Christian maturity, I've discovered that God's will for me is already written on my heart. If I am honest, and I sit before the Lord in prayer and ask him about an important decision in my life, I normally discover in the deepest depths of my heart a desire already present for the the choice God is inviting me to make. Another way of saying it is that my deepest desires are themselves God's invitation to walk through the door.
Great video as always Fr Mike! Thanks for the moment to stop and reflect on the Christian Life.
Thank you, Deacon!
Dcn Alex Colautti Your words we so incredibly powerful. Thank you for sharing.
God Bless you, Deacon! Be assured of our prayers!
I always ask myself the question if I should join the seminary or not, and if it's the best decision for me. I pray to God. to help me find my main purpose in life.
+Luis Foreal praying for you Luis to Our Blessed Mother Mary! Pray: "Holy Spirit, make me brave."
I love the last part.
"Even if you make the wrong decision even after asking all those decisions, the Lord STILL will be with you. And He always provides a way to get back on track."
This is so reassuring, especially for someone like me who always doubts themselves and their own decisions; who always rely on God's voice. But there are times in my life when I feel like I don't hear Him as much, or clearly; or maybe I did but I just didn't like His answer. So I seek out the answers for myself and try to see if what I want to believe is what God wants for me.
Hearing this statement allowed me to not be scared, because knowing that even if I make mistakes, or make the wrong decision, I know my God will still love me, and will still accept me no matter what.
1. Is this a good/neutral door? (God has not already spoken out against it)
2. Is this an open door? (The "door" has not already told me no and I could actually walk through it)
3. Is this a wise door? (Think now. Will this help me live the life and be the person God wants me to be)
4. Is this a door that I want? (Free will)
Thanks:) needed this
In my early 20s I used to ask myself those questions n these questions too-- "is this the one or cud this be it for me or what's in it for me????"
BUT? Lisa Marie? you are not in the will of GOD! as a lost roman catholic pagan!
@@shaolban4777 oh no you didn't?
so?@@pammiesingkho1786you were not seeking 1st the kingdom of GOD and HIS righteousness?
in your 20's! so stop this ungodly bragging?
5:22 that's so sweet such a supportive and loving parent we have in God
Good, open, wise, desired
I like it
BUT! that sounds just like EVE? in the garden! with Adam? Holly and Stuff?
@@josephcorrigan9160 at 2:27 timeline of the video, he clearly says about this . Is this a good door? The answer to your eve question is -> if eve had asked is this a good door, meaning did God say very clearly do not eat this fruit of this tree? Yes God did say do not do that . Thereby making it not a good door , decision wise. And therefore making the choice against God’s will , in other words wrong choice.
I hope I made sense and helped you. Please excuse my English., I am trying to be better at this..
Great advice, Fr. Mike. I personally like to add going to confession and receiving the Eucharist before making a decision thereby leaving my whole heart open and being connected to God without any hindrance.
BUT! I would just "...like to add..." ? THAT? as a lost roman catholic! pagan! even eating bread and
drinking wine! will not connect you to JESUS!
@@josephcorrigan9160 idk what are you talking about i think that you need to open your heart to receive Jesus and thats when you will feel him. The Eucharist is the body of Christ that he left for us to worship and that is one of the direct form of communication to Jesus that he left for us whenever we adore the Eucharist
…and prayer
That's great!!
I was confused for so long about my vocation. I knew that I wouldn’t make a good mother but I was scared of the other options. Finally, God spoke to my heart and deep down I knew that I was called to be a religious. It took me a little while to used to the idea, but after a couple of days I felt an overwhelming sense of peace and joy!
Continue to pray, my dear one. Entering religious life has to have one motivation.... and that is a deep love for God. I am not saying that God cannot build His grace on a motivation apart from that, but if that basic thing.... that deep love for Jesus is not there, then eventually, when things get rough, and your expectations of religious life fall short, one may end up disatisfied. On the other hand, if it is anchored on that deep love for Jesus, then whatever may come, the reason why you'll stay no matter want is internal.
I am not saying that you dont have a vocation. Jesus put that desire in your heart, and pray over it more that it will have deep roots ❤ hope to see you soon in the convent, Sister! Jesus loves you
I love listening yo you and your very wise ideas, Father Mike. I never know if I am doing the right thing, so am probably not. I always ask the Holy Spirit to give me wisdom and discernment. I have made many wrong decisions in my life, but I continue to live what I think is the best way for me. I do ask Jesus to show me his will for my life. I wait for his answer.
Thank you father Mike!!! I was looking for something like this :) I was stressing out about making choices in my life and at the same time doing God’s will. Then it hit me that I was actually not wanting the responsibility of making a choice (indecisiveness) so I wanted to let God handle it.
Now I know I have to work and pray harder to be responsible for what I want to pursue, being confident that my Lord will be on the other side of the door I choose to open.
This just brought peace to my heart, and I feel happier about my future and enthusiastic about God’s plans for my family.
“Oh Jesus, I surrender myself to you. Take care of everything”.
At 5:00 I almost began to cry. I feel suddenly so enlightened and relieved about decisions, not just current ones but past ones. Never knew really, or never appreciated, that my desire is an okay part of the equation (even though I've always told my kids who are young adults now, "Sometimes God's will and your own desires match; it's not like God's will is always going to be opposite of yours or necessarily hard.") (Seems like I can take my own advice, but I never realized that until I heard Fr. Mike say it just now!) And it is so liberating to know that between two choices, both can be good. Being "choices" doesn't necessarily mean they are diametrically opposed ipso facto, nor that if they are opposed one is 'bad' and the other 'good'. They can both be good even if in apparent opposition. (Ex: Go to college or start a business? Get married or become a religious?) Wow, I am so relieved.
I could cry. I mean it. I have struggled wondering if I made wrong or even "bad" choices in my youth, like if I totally missed God's signals and graces and maybe overlooked a decision God was pointing me to. But now I think I can be at peace with decisions I've made, stop wondering "what if?" and know that one or the other decision was good and that God is with me here. What a gift of peace I have just received. I am thankful that the Holy Spirit gives Fr. Mike the right words said in the right way! Yeeha~!
BUT Jeanie as a lost roman catholic you have never been enlightened about anything!
@@josephcorrigan9160 Oh, dear, my friend. It is you who are lost. I pray for you to come home to the only Church founded by Christ, the true, One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church. God bless you.
BUT!@@jeanie6279I doubt that you mean that "...my friend..." AND? I AM NOT lost! but you
are? as a roman catholic! OBTW! JESUS ***never used that word < c h u r c h*** >!
and your denomination was NOT founded by JESUS who was/is The Christ! so it is?
NOT true? but? full of lies! NOR! it is? one! but WITH! many competing? devotions!
and catholic only means universal! so? BIG deal! NOR is it a fit home for anyone?
even you?
You’ve just made a weight on my heart feel a little lighter Father!!! Thank you!! ✝️❤️🔥🌹
Augustine defines evil as disordered love, and good as rightly ordered love: loving God with the love of adoration, our neighbors with charity, and the things of the world with moderation, to use them but not give our whole hearts to them. We are to use things and love persons, not use persons and love things. We are to adore God and use creatures, not adore creatures and try to use God.
That's rightly ordered love.
Needed this word tonight- Thank you, Fr. Mike. God bless brother.
Father Mike, you're really hit on the point. I often say to God, 'Your will be done, it's up to You God. " Because i don't want to take the responsibility of my choices. Thank you father Mike, this is what God want me to know.
Ah yes, yet another video that I need to hear. Totally not coincidental. Thanks for the video!
but? it is nonsense! Timothy J? because it leaves out the need to be a christian and NOT a
lost roman catholic pagan!
@@josephcorrigan9160 Joseph, why do you hate the Catholic Church(not all Catholics are Roman Catholic)
@@ASRCFTAtheist and ***why do you tell lies about me*** ? FOR! I hate no one? as? JESUS
does not allow that! and the roman catholic < denomination > is NOT a < c h u r c h > ? WHICH
is a word JESUS never used? and ALL catholics are indeed ***roman*** ! BUT none are christian!
but still pagans!
Thank you for this new information, it has help me in my 3 year long journey of constantly thinking what I should do in life, I'm 25 this year and I have been sitting around wondering what to do as my vocation and waiting for God to answer me because so many people tell me to just ask God if you're not sure, but many times I hear nothing back plus I'm still working on my listening skills with God. I was starting to worry for myself that maybe I am just not too sensitive to God's voice yet so it's harder for me to hear back from Him faster like the others. Anyways, your video helped me to realize that I can now do things as I want to do or had the thought to do, I put those decisions in life on pause because I just kept wanting to hear back from God first then only I'll make a move and decision, so thank you for reminding me that God had already told us He will be with me and all of us wherever we go in life, and He will let no harm fall on us but also highlighting the importance that free will is in my hands as well, whatever decisions I make it's all freewill, so I better make the best decision that I see fit and if there are things and paths where He doesn't want me to go, He will stop in me in His own ways but at least I won't be wondering around if any of those jobs fit me because I never bother to try and see it to the end, I'm going to stop my waiting season now and just move forward, wishing all those out there who are discerning and figuring out what they want to do in life, may God bless us all~ May we also learn to trust in Him to guide us and be there for us wherever we choose to go in life.
After spending hours on watching videos on YT how to find purpose in life, there is one of two videos that will stay with me for rest of my life. Thank you and Sole Deo Gloria
I am not afraid to take decisions, but I only ask God never lose my inner peace. Since inner peace grants me the self conviction that what I am doing is not only "what I want", but God is not against that decision, and it is this that grants me the courage, strength and determination to persist even when I know I must overcome obstacles and hardships by taking such decisions.
Wow....I just can't believe.. bang on right time!!!!!
One thing I'd like to point out is that the seminary, even with a shortage of priests, isn't always the best door for everyone
A man should not go JUST because there is a shortage of priests. God ALWAYS provides. That said discernment (not just vocations but anything, especially major) done well is always good - former seminarian.
but!!! IT IS never! the best door for anyone? male or female! as NO priests are needed!
Just because there is a shortage of good housing.
@@josephcorrigan9160 Huh?
Thank you for your guidance
ACCIDENTALLY FOUND THIS VIDEO IN A TIME I REALLY NEEDED IT, THANKS SO MUCH , PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE A BLESSING TO ALL THOSE WHOSE HEART YOU TOUCH,, THE DOOR CONCEPT IS REALLY GOOD TO RELATE TO , HENCE UNDERSTOOD IT SO I CAN DECIDE.... THANK YOU FATHER MIKE!!!
You're the first Father that I would actually say, "You're cool."
PRECIOUS WISE RETREAT WHERE WE REALLY WANT TO BE...THANK YOU FR. MIKE...🙏❤️✛❤️🙏
Thinking of all those things plus having a conversation with God will lead you to where you are meant to be in life
My wife uses T.H.I.N.K (True, helpful, inspirational, necessary, kind) to tell my daughters how to discern what to say to others. It is interesting to see how there are some commonalities between what you are saying and this.
Have your wife make her own video speaking more onto her way of going about it love it and god bless
Thanks!
When I have an important decision to make or help, I fast. Evening to evening I ask for guidance. Usually within a few days it is clear to my spirit something. If I feel I need more info I set ahead a day to fast AGAIN, maybe asking, “Lord how do I DO this?” Thirdly you can put a fleece before him to confirm what you think you understood, but don’t test or try the Lord. It never fails. Sometimes he shows me I have sin in the way, like priorities or attitude or I’ve offended someone, etc. so remove the obstacles to have his ear and hear. I always learn something. Lean in.
Here are some ideas for a 9-year-old's birthday party:
Scavenger Hunt: Organize a scavenger hunt around the neighborhood or park with clues leading to the birthday gift or party location.
Movie Night: Rent a projector and have a movie night in the backyard or living room.
Craft Party: Have a craft party where the children can make and take home their own creations, such as tie-dye shirts, beaded jewelry, or personalized picture frames.
Sports Day: Organize a sports day with games like capture the flag, dodgeball, and relay races.
Cooking Class: Have a cooking class where the children can learn how to make a new dish or bake their own birthday cake.
Pool Party: Rent a pool or go to a local water park for a day of swimming and fun in the sun.
Board Game Party: Have a board game party with a selection of board games and snacks.
Science Experiment Party: Have a science experiment party where the children can participate in hands-on experiments and learn about science.
Remember to take into account the interests and preferences of the birthday child when choosing the party theme.
I know Fr. Mike directs his ministry at young adults, but I'm 47 and always get so much out of what he has to say. I'm in the process of trying to discern God's will for me in a volunteer role. This is helpful. Thank you.
Fr moke Schmitz love you thank you so much
thank you so much for this, this really helped me i’ve been so confused on discerning this certain thing in my life and this helped a lot thank you
I Like YoUr message Brother I really really like they way explain to some who may not know and are reluctant to Chose GOD and His will. 1; I AM thy GOD, thou shall have No other GODS before Me.
Thanks Father, this was very helpful.
Great video!. So comforting to know that even in mistakes and wrong decisions, God makes a way and is always with us. Thank you Fr. Mike.
gid lives u 💝💝
Amen. 🙏
AMEN ☦️ 🙏🏽 THANK YOU FOR YOUR DEVINE WORDS OF WISDOM ✝️ 🙏🏽 🕊 🌿 🪽 🫶🏽
I have been thinking about this for many many years. Being priest is quite a step. I have been thinking and discerning this for almost 23 plus years. I am not there yet. Its getting there, but I just want to make sure with God and Christ.
2024 and am here! Thank you fr. Mike! God bless you and this channel.
Responsibility for one self, is why I've been so decisive throughout my life 💕. I wish more people realized this
Geez Fr Mike, you're such a great priest. Thank you and God.
I’m Brazilian, and I love your Chanel! God bless u a lot and Virgem Mary ❤️
Father, You are a fountain following of of the Holy Spirit. In todays christian struggles you answer our deepest concerns. Also thank you for being so human. JMJ Bless you . . . Jeff
Thank you Fr. Mike, God bless you❤
This past weekend, my life was changed. I went to a retreat and opened my heart to The Lord and I invited the Holy Spirit into my life and heart and I prayed to receive my gifts. And then a miracle happened. I surrendered my brain, my thoughts, my heart, my mouth, and my words to The Lord and then He gave me the gifts of preaching, joy, and wisdom. I am called to bring my family to the Catholic Church. And I gave the Lord my life and invited Him to use me for the greater good. God is so very real and once the Holy Spirit starts the fire in your heart, NO ONE, not even ourselves, can stop it. Don’t give up on the Lord. Don’t seek happiness. Seek Joy and seek Him. Amen.
God bless.
Absolutely Amazing Priest and Spiritual Leader! Thank you So Much Fr Mike For All Your Love and Help in this Troubled World.:)
This 🙌 is 🙌 awesome 🙌 spot on
Life saving, for i was so stressed about this for long time .. Thank you father
"God Bless Us Father Mike"👴.
GOD BLESS HIS ONE AND ONLY CATHOLIC CHURCH
Thank you Fr. Mike, hope God rebuild my family.
I can tell that Father is very excited about this topic!
God is on the other side of several doors, God will always be there - reminds me of Babette's Feast.
Oh my goodness. He's done it again. THANK YOU FR. MIKE!!!!! This video was much needed.
VIVA LA SAGRADA FAMILIA❤❤❤👐👐
Thank You so much Fr. Mike.. 🙏🙏🙏😭😭😭
Thank you and God bless you Father Mike. I am currently in a difficult period in my life. In a very vulnerable and uncertain point and have been for half a year now. I have been praying a lot asking God to tell me what His will is. And I haven't been able to hear him, till I believe now. Your words truly helped a lot. And in fact make things much simpler than I thought. I will reflect on your words some more to confirm what door to walk through. Thank you once again
Thank you so much. God bless, Fr. Mike.
Thank you for your guidance and dedication to faith. Life is such a gift, and a miracle in itself.
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Very wise and well said. Thank you!
Helpful. Thank you.
THANKS FATHER MIKE! Once again you have explained something so well. I'm in my 60s now but never to late to learn something and try to improve. Wish i saw this video as a youth
Thank you Father! God bless!
Thank you for sharing this video. It means a lot to me. I think this is the answer that God wants me to hear. I've been wondering about what should I do with my life and often ask god "Just tell me what to do and I will do it" but its not leading me anywhere. With this I realised that maybe God wants me to choose by myself and He will accompany me along the way. Thank you so much
U r a big free gift to all the youth in the world
as someone who is discerning a big decision...this is a big help, a great relief and a point of reflection
Thank you very much!
I wouldn't be susprised if Father Mike makes it to become a Saint some day!
Oooh this is so so good….thank you! Very much like a dichotomous key!!
“I will be there on the other side”.
Was about to open a BAD door from my past from boredom in my new, but very good life that has been tough to build. Thank you.
Ahhh perfect timing. SUCH a good video. So much wisdom. My weekly bit of spiritual direction ❤
Thanks, Father.
Felt him in this one!🙏
Father Mike, thank you so much for helping us to understand so many things really god bless
Father mike please be strong, we depend on priests like you.. your in God the father's plan to help us to understand more.
Thank you
I know this is already 4y ago but im so glad youtube recommend this to me. Thank you Fr. And all of the peoplw behind this channel. ❤
I'm 53. I've been needing to hear this for YEARS! Thank you!!!
Really needed this may GOD bless you abundantly Fr Mike!🙏🏽🤲🏽❤️☝🏽✝️
Fr Mike is a boon for young/new Catholics: such energy, so wholesome.
Thank you Father.
This is what I needed. Thanks and God bless you.
Att: an ex atheist.
Perfect timing again lol. I'm headed to a discernment retreat this weekend
Superior! No more passing off the responsibility! Great tools, questions. Thank youuuuuuu
I'm discerning a big life decision at 40, thank you Father Mike!!
This was so helpful and something that I have been struggling with while at a cross-road in my life. Good, Open, Wise, Want ... prayer really does work!. Blessings.
Take responsibility. Thanks Fr
Thank You Fr.Mike, I was born Catholic and you are teaching me things I didn't even know! it has opened so many doors to happiness, I can't think of any way to thank you except saying,
I Love you Brother!
BUT? you need to be a christian? Dr De Muertos? and NO one is born a lost roman catholic! and
whatever he has told you is r c lies!
thank you so much, this will definitely help me in making my decision for college. it was very helpful in splitting up the steps of making a decision. it was very insightful.
You have no idea how much this helped me. I pray God bless you. Thank you
You have NO idea how much this helped me in a decision I was struggling with. Thank you!
Thank u father I just needed this light to make a important choice ...God bless u
So true, sometimes we just want God to take our responsibilities, golden video.
THANK YOU FATHER
Fr. Mike is sooo coooolll and so blessed and its so amazing to hear him talking God's Word with so much zeal❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thank you so much, Father. You're one of the wisest, funniest, and holiest priests I've ever known, and I always look forward to your next video. You're helping me so much.
God's will in my life and choosing, take responsibillity for my life!! God and wise doors! Yeah!! Perfect!! Thanks so much Father Mike!!!!
Thank you Father Mike Schmitz. God bless
Thank You so much father 😊
Thank you! This was amazing, from Waterloo, Ontario :)
The many choices fact. Thankyou
I shall listen to this at least one more time.
This video gave me some much comfort. It really give me better perspectives on this.
Thank you Father Mike!