Hi, guys —

For some background information, I am a male in the age range of 16-18, living in America. I often hear the phrase, "Listen, and you will know what to do." I have often heard this whenever I talk to my Church's priest, who, whenever talking about how he became a priest, says that he spent time alone in Church. listening.

• Although I understand the concept of sitting quietly in a Church and listening, what exactly should one listen for?
• If I pray and ask God for guidance on what I should do for the rest of my life (job, talents, etc.), is there a cue I listen for?
• It is something that pops into my head.
• Is God actually talking to me
  (I know this sounds unlikely, but I just want you to give me some examples.)
• Does something happen?

I know that God acts in many ways, but when I pray and try to be silent and still, I feel nothing, hear nothing, and understand no more than I did when I began praying.

I'm asking for not only an explanation of this phrase that many have talked about but also for guidance on the matter of what I should do (or what am I doing wrong). I apologize for the long question and understand if this question does not get answered.

Either way, I thank you for your time, appreciate your answer (if any), and hope you have the best life any person could ever ask for!

God bless you.

Thank you,