The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

When God Doesn’t Answer Your Prayers

Dec 7, 2023

The podcast discusses the disappointment of unanswered prayers and reminds listeners that God is a loving Father who desires to give good things. It emphasizes the importance of intentional prayers of thanksgiving and praise, and encourages trust and perseverance in prayer.

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Praying for oneself is essential to deepen the relationship with God and express love for Him.

The dilemma of unanswered prayer can be overcome by focusing on cultivating a deeper relationship with God and genuine praise and gratitude.

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Prayer for Yourself

One main idea explored in this episode is the importance of praying for oneself. The speaker emphasizes that many people pray for others but hesitate to pray for themselves. They highlight that it is essential to recognize one's worth and bring personal wants and needs before God. By doing so, one can deepen their relationship with God and express love for Him. The analogy of a child who never asks their parents for anything is used to illustrate the importance of trusting God and revealing one's desires to Him.

Introduction

4min

The Importance of Being Intentional in Prayers of Thanksgiving and Praise

1min

Approaching Prayer with Intention, Trust, and Perseverance

4min

If it feels like God isn't answering your prayers, that can be disheartening. But it can also be devastating.

Today, Fr. Mike offers the good word that your God is your loving Father who wants to give you good things. But he also offers the reminder that God is not a genie over which we have control.

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