Overcoming Adversity
Life is hard. We all face troubles, trials, and temptations, but learning how to turn to God in our time of need can make all the difference. In this podcast, you’ll hear the personal stories and sacred experiences of speakers who have journeyed through adversity and emerged with a closer relationship to Christ. Tune in to find the advice and perspective you need to overcome your trials.
Latest episodes
Aug 5, 2024 • 38min
The Nobility of Failure | R. Lanier Britsch | June 1999
R. Lanier Britsch uses stories of past missionaries' experiences to honor their faithfulness and to define eternal success. Click here to read the full speech.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 22, 2024 • 32min
To the Lonely and Misunderstood | Richard G. Scott | August 1982
Life may seem unfair and unsatisfactory to the lonely and misunderstood, but purpose can be found through faith, repentance, obedience, and service. Click here to view the speech page.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 8, 2024 • 35min
Carry Your Cross | Marvin J. Ashton | May 1987
Marvin J. Ashton's message is take up your cross. Take yourself the way you are and lift yourself in the direction of the better. Click here to view the speech page.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 24, 2024 • 17min
Temper Your Trials with Trust | Cecil O. Samuelson | January 2009
We must learn to have trust in the Lord, in ourselves, and in others—and we must act so that we can earn the trust of others. Click here to view the speech page.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 10, 2024 • 23min
“Joy Cometh in the Morning” | Gayle Clegg | April 2004
Joy and sorrow are twinborn: joy comes not from having a pain-free life but from conquering the obstacles, even when they are painful. Click here to view the speech page.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 27, 2024 • 30min
Being Christ’s Compassionate Hands | Steven A. Smith | June 2021
Steven A. Smith asks us to follow our elder brother's example by being His compassionate hands to relieve suffering in others. Click here to view the speech page!Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 13, 2024 • 28min
Finding Strength in Christ | Michael D. Barns | July 2008
How do we overcome our weaknesses? In this devotional, Michael Barnes gives advice on how to receive help from the Lord when overcoming weaknesses. Click here to view the speech page.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 29, 2024 • 26min
Pray Not for Light Burdens but for Strong Backs | Ardeth G. Kapp | April 2004
In times of trial and tribulation, the Lord will always be with us to strengthen our backs and lighten our loads. Suffering makes us stronger. Click here to access the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 15, 2024 • 33min
“In the Strength of the Lord” | David A. Bednar | October 2001
Christ's Atonement does more than cleanse us from sin. His grace is also an enabling power to become better and serve more faithfully. Click here to view the speech page.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 1, 2024 • 26min
Stepping-Stones and Stumbling Blocks | Steven E. Snow | September 2012
Steven E. Snow speaks of the stepping stones and stumbling blocks in life and how we can either take advantage of them or fall over them. Click here to view the speech page!Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
