Rivers Church Sandton

How To Make The Best Of A Bad Situation: Ps André Olivier

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Mar 11, 2025
In this conversation, Ps André Olivier, a dynamic speaker at Rivers Church Sandton, shares insightful strategies for handling life's challenges. He emphasizes that while we can't control situations, we can control our responses. Listeners will explore practical steps to turn adversity into opportunity, including navigating complex family dynamics and setting boundaries. With humor and biblical lessons, André highlights the importance of resilience and maintaining a positive mindset to ultimately find peace amidst turmoil.
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ANECDOTE

Rose Garoni's Resilience

  • Rose Garoni, the oldest Holocaust survivor, thrived despite hardship.
  • She lived in a rat-infested bathroom for seven years but remained optimistic, starting a successful knitting business in America.
ADVICE

Overcome Victimhood

  • Avoid victim mentality.
  • Use your existing skills and resources to find a way to win, like Rose Garoni.
INSIGHT

Sources of Adversity

  • Bad situations often arise from in-law relationships or work.
  • These become adversarial, even with family or in good jobs.
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