Every Catholic has asked this question:
“Lord… what do You want from me today?”
Whether you’re facing a life decision or just trying to get through the day with grace, knowing God’s will in the moment can feel confusing. But the Catholic Church gives us timeless tools for daily discernment.
Let’s break down how to listen, pray, and act with clarity – right now, today.
🕊️ 1. God’s Will Is Not Always Mysterious
We often expect signs, visions, or dramatic events. But God usually speaks in:
- Peaceful nudges
- Conscience
- Scripture
- Daily duties
- The teachings of the Church
St. Thérèse of Lisieux said:
“Holiness consists simply in doing God’s will, and being just what God wants us to be.”
📜 2. Catholic Steps to Daily Discernment
Here are 5 simple, spiritually grounded steps to know God’s will for today:
✅ 1. Start with Silence and Prayer
Open your heart. Ask:
“God, what are You asking of me in this day?”
Use short prayers like:
“Speak, Lord, your servant is listening” (1 Samuel 3:10)
✅ 2. Examine Your Duties
God often speaks through your vocation and responsibilities:
- Are you a parent, student, spouse, or employee?
- Is someone relying on your presence, help, or prayer?
Faithfulness to the present moment is often God’s will.
✅ 3. Consult Scripture or the Daily Mass Readings
The Holy Spirit often speaks directly through Scripture. Today’s Mass readings can hold unexpected answers – even just a word or phrase.
✅ 4. Pay Attention to Interior Peace
St. Ignatius of Loyola taught that true discernment produces peace, not anxiety or panic. If a decision brings peace, that’s often the voice of God.
✅ 5. Offer It All to God
Whether your day is busy, painful, or quiet, say:
“Jesus, I trust in You. Use me today.”
Even small actions done in love can be part of God’s eternal plan.
🙏 Daily Prayer for Discernment
Lord Jesus,
You know my heart, my struggles, my desires.
Speak to me clearly, quietly.
Let me not be led by fear, pride, or confusion.
Show me what You want me to do today –
and give me the grace to do it.
Amen.
📖 Devotional Takeaway
“God doesn’t always shout. Most days, He whispers.”
Look not for grand signs, but for God’s presence in the ordinary.
Ask daily: “Who needs my love today?” The answer is often where God’s will begins.
🙋 Frequently Asked Questions
❓ How do I know if I’m following God’s will?
Ask:
- Am I acting with love and humility?
- Does it align with Church teaching?
- Does it bring peace in my soul?
If yes, you’re likely on the right path.
❓ What if I don’t feel anything in prayer?
That’s okay. God works in dryness too. Continue in faith. Silence doesn’t mean absence — He may be drawing you deeper.
❓ Does God care about small decisions?
Yes. God is not only in life’s milestones. He’s also in your schedule, your next meal, your next word to someone in need.
❓ Can I miss God’s plan?
God is merciful. Even when we stray, He redirects us. Like GPS, He reroutes. Stay open and trusting — He will lead you.
🕯️ Final Thoughts
“What does God want from me today?”
He wants you to:
- Love Him
- Love others
- Be faithful in small things
- Stay close in prayer
- Trust His plan
That’s it. Don’t overcomplicate what God makes simple. Start with today. He’ll handle tomorrow.
💬 If this helped you, share it with someone who’s feeling lost.
🕊️ Keep listening – and keep trusting God’s plan.
