Dealing with fear and uncertainty through prayer—Tim MacDonald's replies to chat questions

During the live audio chat with Tim MacDonald on September 8, 2005, technical difficulties blocked questions submitted by listeners, and Tim wasn’t able to answer them. Afterward, the questions were retrieved and Tim graciously offered to respond to them in writing.

Since these questions were submitted at least in part to what people were responding to during the live chat, you’ll want to read the chat transcript or listen to the audio replay (see link at the end of the page) to get a fuller picture of the ideas being communicated here. A few editorial notes in the questions and answers below are also meant to provide clarity.

How does one know, without doubt, when faced with the issue of fear or uncertainty, that we are receiving divine guidance, and are not following our own will (thoughts or desires)?—Lois in Eugene, Oregon, USA

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