I have sought out God but he isn't saying anything!

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Helloworld29

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Hi! I am a college student and I got into a study abroad program that I prayed to God about. But it was conditional since my GPA did not meet the requirement. This semester a few events occurred that affected my academic performance and from the looks of things I may not be able to go.
The deadline to withdraw is approaching and I don't know what God is telling me. I would love to go but if I decide to go and I don't meet the GPA requirement then I would pay 800 dollars that I do not have.
I really want to go but I don't know what voice is God and what voice is my own. I hear God saying "trust me" but I think that maybe me because I have a habit of just making decisions without really consulting God and then regretting those decisions because they bring so much pain and heartache. On the other end in order to go I need a miracle with my grades, a lot of money, and to make sure I am mentally okay. I feel that if I don't go then it would really show how much faith I don't have in God. Would it? And I have taken opportunities before and God closed those doors and if God closes this door then I would be left with 800 dollars to pay. I am just trying to sift through my mind what God may be saying to me and if I am making a big mistake.
 
Toska

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What are the chances that you can get your GPA up to the requirements before the deadline? I have learned to go with the feelings I get when I pray about certain things. I try to take my personal feelings completely out of the equation and focus only on what God wants. Could the events that occurred that affected your GPA be a sign from Him? I can understand how badly you want to go, studying abroad would be such a wonderful experience. I will be praying for you, praying that you will get a clear sign about what you should do.

I wish I had better advice to offer, I am sure others will be able to guide you better than I can.

God Bless.
 
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My advice is to try to earn the $800 in the time that you have remaining and forget about the misfortune with the GPA. This does not require a miracle of God to make the trip happen but you have done the right thing in trusting in God for important decisions. Stop sweating the small stuff and trust God in the big picture items.
 
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Its not God who isnt speaking, its you who are confused (going by your post) If anybody lacks wisdom let him ask God who gives liberally without reproach. Im not saying this to blame you, I too have times when I dont recognise God voice or question it :)..Trust Him, what Father wouldnt answer their child when they ask them a question?
 
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On the other end in order to go I need a miracle with my grades, a lot of money, and to make sure I am mentally okay. I feel that if I don't go then it would really show how much faith I don't have in God. Would it?
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I studied abroad in college and have traveled quite a bit since then. I'm concerned when you say you need to make sure you are mentally ok. While being abroad can be a wonderful experience, it also ups your baseline stress level. Everything is more difficult to figure out how to do in a new culture and being so different from the people around can be a very lonely experience. To realize you aren't up to such an experience now would not be showing a lack of faith, but showing wisdom and prudence.

If you feel that you need to put this off, don't let anyone (even yourself) pull some kind of spiritual guilt trip on you for doing so. If you believe this is what God is calling you to now, then hold your course, do what you can to meet the requirements, and let God worry about the details. Whatever way you choose, remember that God is big enough to redeem any mistakes you make and still turn it into something good. He's got your back no matter what.

And it never hurts to talk to the program organizers and tell them about your situation. They can probably give you more information to help you make the best decision.
 
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Ariel82

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I suggest not going this year, concentrate on pulling up your GPA and applying next year.

what classes are you taking? I could probably recommend some tutoring videos/ websites that might help in math or science.
 
Stephen63

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I have one simple piece of advice for you......... there's no such thing as silent consent with God. No yes, no go.:)
 
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Well, first and foremost, God speaks to us through His Word, which contains many, precious promises to sinners who love and trust the Lord Jesus. Maybe you could read John's Gospel?
 
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Helloworld29

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Thank you everyone! I really spent some time talking to God!I guess my last question to God is if he does not me to study abroad then why did he answer my prayer. By answering my prayer, wouldn't that mean he is giving me the opportunity to do it.
 
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Helloworld29

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And also him answering my prayer and doing something that was impossible could be him saying take the opportunity and trust me.
 
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Helloworld29 said:
Hi! I am a college student and I got into a study abroad program that I prayed to God about. But it was conditional since my GPA did not meet the requirement. This semester a few events occurred that affected my academic performance and from the looks of things I may not be able to go.
The deadline to withdraw is approaching and I don't know what God is telling me. I would love to go but if I decide to go and I don't meet the GPA requirement then I would pay 800 dollars that I do not have.
I really want to go but I don't know what voice is God and what voice is my own. I hear God saying "trust me" but I think that maybe me because I have a habit of just making decisions without really consulting God and then regretting those decisions because they bring so much pain and heartache. On the other end in order to go I need a miracle with my grades, a lot of money, and to make sure I am mentally okay. I feel that if I don't go then it would really show how much faith I don't have in God. Would it? And I have taken opportunities before and God closed those doors and if God closes this door then I would be left with 800 dollars to pay. I am just trying to sift through my mind what God may be saying to me and if I am making a big mistake.
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If the Lord hasn't said anything to you, then he didn't have anything to say. He doesn't talk just for the sake of talking. Be patient. Maybe he's spoken to you but you weren't listening. You have to always be paying attention. Keep seeking him. You'll find him. He loves you.
 
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Almighty God and the Lord Jesus Christ have been rejected by some people at least some of the time. In these situations, God may not show back up the instant that He is wanted. Almighty God is a Sovereign Ruler. He will keep His promises but we ought not to try to control or manipulate Him.

Parable: A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return...But his citizens hated him, and sent a message after him, saying, We will not have this man to reign over us. (Luke 19:12–14)
 
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