presence of God

The inner feeling that God is near you, that God is by your side or surrounding you. A spiritual hug. An invisible knowledge that God is there. An awareness of His presence. Even though He is known to be omnipresent, when people feel the presence of God, they are sensing that He is making Himself known. He is manifesting His presence with the intent that you will know Him better in the moment. It leaves an impression. As if a friend just paid you a visit. Without being able to see God, His realness becomes apparent. He existence becomes knowledgable. He becomes more than a theory, He makes Himself known as a God who is near to your heart and acquainted with your circumstances. Knowing the presence of God is not like the conscience. Although it is a similar unseen awareness of God, the conscience tells you good or bad, right or wrong, Whereas, the presence of God is more about a heavenly relationship or incarnation (God is with us, Heaven meets earth), a revealing of God to you and being in the moment with you. As if God is enjoying being with you. For examples of how God can be real in everyday life, read "Practicing the Presence of God" by Brother Andrew. (French/ English)