How to Feel God’s Presence When He Feels Far Away: 1 Powerful Way That Works
“The Presence Is Realer Than Your Thoughts – Come Back to The Feeling.”
Okay. Experience, time!
I am in the presence of God as I type. I’ve practiced this tho since 2014, consciously, where my sole/soul practice has been to keep returning to this felt-faith, this awareness, over and over again, no matter how many times I lose it! I used to lose it for days, then hours, then just moments.
Now it’s less than a breath, less than a millisecond, if I’m not consciously aware that I return. I’m aware of it, even when Nikki is sad, or scared… those emotions don’t leave altogether, but they are less overwhelming… like the moon during the day… you see it, but you’re like, ‘that sun/Son, tho!’ Eckhart Tolle was asked in a talk about how much of the day he feels the presence of God (or is aware of The Now), and he said 80%. And this was like 10 years ago, well into his practice and teaching, and it was still only 80%! So be gentle with yourself. Let’s take it easy like Sunday morning.
In a moment, I want you to close your eyes and get comfortable. I invite you to allow the image of someone who has transitioned, a loved one you Love-Love… like purely and see them smiling at you in your mind’s eye. See them beaming. Feel your smile rising. You may actually smile with your face, too, but I want you to feel the smile that starts in your heart or belly area. Stay aware of it as the image of your loved one fades.
That’s it.
There’s no other or greater love. That’s Him. You just allowed your memory of them to be a doorway (and they are very happy to be that!) to Jesus, who is the door to God the Father. I always see my grandpa who passed in ’99- it was his birthday yesterday! His other bday lol, is Sept 8- Mother Mary’s bday… he has two whole birth certificates, but I digress…)
Now you’ve probably lost The Feeling? Return. If you need to see your person again inside, do that. Feel them again, which means feel Him. And let the image go, again.
Now, wiggle your toes, but don’t stop feeling The Feeling. See that the wiggling happens in The Feeling. Move your hand… but don’t stop being aware of the Love. Notice it’s like you’re moving your hand through Love. Make a fist… but don’t lose The Feeling. Notice the tightness and tension of the balled-up hand, but that the Love is still louder. Thoughts present? That’s the one… notice that the Love is louder, more prominent, realer. The Love is realer to me than this computer, than these words appearing… than these hands typing away. The Love is. God is. *cue that Kanye song*.
During your meditation today, no matter how many times thoughts come, turn back to the image of your person, back to the Love, and then eventually, see that you can jump straight to the Love. This is like the God gym lol you’re learning this new way to move your attention, to lift your attention from the mundane to the Holy. Then, gently, with open hands, hold It. Hold Him. You’ll lose it 1,000,304 times today, in just one hour haha! But return 1,000,305 times, please. That’s what makes a Saint, a Saint. *cue Donnie McClurkin We Fall Down, But We Get Up*
We will be right back here on Monday morning. Hold on to The Feeling *cue Journey, Don’t Stop Believing* okay, I’m done, I’m done!
I love you,
nik
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FAQ’s
How can I feel God’s presence when He feels far away ?
Return to The Feeling. Close your eyes, breathe softly, and let the image of a loved one smiling open your heart. Notice the warm lift in your chest. Stay with that warmth as the image fades. That love is His presence.
What is one practical way that works right now ?
Smile gently from the heart. Feel the inner smile in your chest or belly. Keep attention there for a few breaths. Let the warmth spread while you rest in quiet awareness. Return each time you drift.
What if I lose the feeling again and again ?
Come back again and again. Losing it is normal. Returning is the practice. Each gentle return strengthens your awareness and shortens the gap.
Is it okay to use a memory of a loved one as a doorway to God ?
Yes. Let their smile awaken love within you. Then release the image and remain with the love. The doorway opens to His presence.
How do I keep the presence while moving ?
Wiggle your toes or move your hand and keep noticing the love. See that motion happens inside the presence. You can do this while walking, cooking, or typing.
How long should I practice each day ?
Begin with a few minutes and let it grow. Sit in stillness each morning if you can. Short returns throughout the day keep the heart aware.
What if emotions like sadness or fear are present ?
Let them be there like the moon in daylight. Acknowledge them without pushing them away. Keep attention on the brighter love that holds everything.
How do I quiet my thoughts ?
When a thought rises, ask Father, what am I still holding onto. Exhale, relax your shoulders, and let it dissolve. Return to the simple feeling of love.
Can I feel God’s presence while busy at work ?
Yes. Pause for one slow breath. Smile inside the heart. Whisper Jesus and notice the warm awareness return, even for a few seconds.
What blocks my awareness of God most often ?
Straining blocks it. Self judgment blocks it. Hurry blocks it. Gentleness opens it. Soft attention and simple love make room for Him.
How do I know this is really God’s presence ?
It brings quiet peace, soft joy, and a sense of being held. It does not demand. It steadies. It makes love easier and fear lighter.
What short prayer helps me return quickly ?
Jesus I rest in You. Father I am Yours. Holy Spirit breathe in me. Say it softly and feel the words in your chest until the love grows.
