Could my experiences be signs of a spiritual reality?
You may have experienced moments when life seemed deeper than what you could see or explain: wonder at the universe or nature, a powerful experience of love, a strong sense of right and wrong, unexpected peace, or the feeling that you were not alone.
You may also have felt drawn towards prayer, sensed guidance, experienced an answer to prayer or become aware of a desire to know God.
These experiences can sometimes have natural or psychological explanations. Christians do not believe that this necessarily makes them spiritually meaningless. They believe that God can use ordinary experiences, thoughts and emotions to draw our attention towards him.
It can help to notice these moments rather than dismiss them. You might reflect on what happened, what it awakened within you and whether it seems to be leading you towards truth, love, peace and a deeper desire for God.
Christians believe that spiritual awareness may be one way God begins to make himself known to us. They believe that the Holy Spirit can awaken a desire for God, bring peace and conviction, and guide people towards Jesus.
Your experience may not answer every question, but it may be an invitation to pay attention, speak honestly to God and continue exploring where he may be leading you.
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