Want to Experience God

Want to Experience God? You Already Have: Uncommon Longings

Rev. James Martin, S.J. | Posted 05.25.2011

Rev. James Martin, S.J.

Sometimes we feel an almost "mystical" sense of longing for God, or a connection to God, which can be triggered by unexpected circumstances. But what does it mean to have a "mystical" experience?

Want to Experience God? You Already Have: Vulnerability

Rev. James Martin, S.J. | Posted 05.25.2011

Rev. James Martin, S.J.

During a serious illness, a family crisis, the loss of a job or the death of a loved one, many people will say that they've turn to God in new ways.

Want to Experience God? You Already Have: Desires to Follow and Desires for Holiness

Rev. James Martin, S.J. | Posted 05.25.2011

Rev. James Martin, S.J.

In my last few posts, I've looked at several ways that desires for God play out in our everyday lives. In this post, I will look at two more: desires to follow and desires for holiness.

Want to Experience God? You Already Have: Exaltation and Clarity

Rev. James Martin, S.J. | Posted 05.25.2011

Rev. James Martin, S.J.

Similar to common and uncommon longings are times that might be best described not as ineffable desires, or strong connections, but times when one is "lifted up" or feels a sense of exaltation or happiness.