Struggling to Hear From God [EP:115]

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When I started talking about feeling far from God a few weeks ago, I had no idea how much that would resonate with so many of you. You have shared that you too f</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">eel like you are unable to connect with God. You feel like He is distant.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s confusing, it’s frustrating, even disappointing...and it feels lonely.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are many reasons why we experience a season feeling far from God. Last week in episode 114 we talked about being in a spiritual rut and some things we can do to connect with God in a meaningful way. If you haven't listened yet you can check it out <strong><a href= "http://www.womeninministryunited.com/blog/episode114">HERE.</a></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">What should you do when you find yourself struggling to hear from God? </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are many things that can keep us from hearing from God. Spiritual and emotional fatigue and exhaustion can play a factor. Busyness and constant work in ministry and other activities in life can impact our ability to hear. Our own sin and desires of the flesh, our worries, fears...they all can play a part.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While it is hard to give an exhaustive list or a quick step guide to hear from Him instantly, there are some questions we can ask ourselves to see the bigger picture and gain spiritual perspective.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you feel like you are not hearing from God here are s</span><span style= "font-weight: 400;">ome things to consider.</span></p> <p> </p> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">Are you listening?</span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Are you in the word...consistently? Have you forgotten your first love? Is your relationship with God put on the back burner as you attend t