Great Question!` I was in big trouble with no way out. I was contemplating suicide. So I prayed, "God, if you exist, please help me, because I don't know what to do." He did show me a way out. It wasn't easy, but at least it was a way out. I've been in several similar situations over the last 30 years and I personally know other people who have prayed and survived. Their word is always..it was a miracle. My personal experience leads me to believe there is a God, that He loves us very much, that I am an unworthy creature, and He is a worthy, powerful Creator, Scientist, Artist, Savior, Redeemer, Sustainer, Guide, and giver of Eternal Life. (quantity = forever; quality = amazing)
Know I listen to him daily, moment by moment. He talks to me in a "little inner voice". I talk back to him with questions, complaints, thanksgivings. WHAT AN ADVENTURE! I truly feel sorry for folks who don't believe in God.