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2 Corinthians 1-7 Part 1 • Dr. Larry Nelson • Sept 11 - Sept 17

Sep 6, 2023
Dr. Larry Nelson, an expert in trials and resiliency, discusses the purpose of trials, the role of Jesus in difficulties, and the power of resiliency. Topics covered include charity as a result of conversion, God raising children to be like Him, the Savior's role beyond judgment, metaphors of a crucible and driving a car, the nature of God, the cause of trials, Jesus succoring us, and the eternal nature of learning.
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Quick takeaways

  • Trials and difficulties can facilitate personal growth and development, transforming challenges into opportunities for becoming better individuals.
  • Paul's writings emphasize the importance of focusing on becoming, rather than just doing, aligning our actions with God's will to experience true growth.

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Trials and suffering as opportunities for growth

Trials and difficulties should be seen as opportunities for personal development and growth. Just as a crucible purges impurities and creates a new product, going through challenges can facilitate growth and the development of important attributes. It is important to shift our perspective from focusing on the pain and struggle towards what we can become as a result. God does not cause our suffering, but He can use it for our benefit and help us become more like Him. The Savior, through His own suffering, understands and can empathize with our trials, providing us with the support and guidance we need to overcome them. By seeing our challenges as opportunities for growth and looking for ways to learn and improve from them, we can transform our difficulties into stepping stones towards becoming better individuals.

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