

Overcoming Adversity
BYU Speeches
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.
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Nov 25, 2024 • 21min
Safely on the Lord’s Side | Brian Santiago | June 2013
To be on the Lord's side, we must live with integrity, follow promptings of the Spirit, and persevere through rough waters. Click here to see the speech page.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 11, 2024 • 26min
Seasons of War | Dennis A. Wright | March 2005
The examples of faithful servicemen can help us be prepared in these last days. God will establish His Church by our hands. Click here to see the speech page.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 28, 2024 • 24min
Be Still, and Know God | Erin D. Maughan | August 2009
Instead of stressing or blaming, sometimes it is best to “be still,” become humble, and put your trust in God, believing that all is well. Click here to see the speech page.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 14, 2024 • 30min
Strength in Adversity | Harold G. Hillam | June 1996
As you pass through trials, remember that the Lord is eagerly standing by and waiting to provide you with strength in your adversities. Click here to see the speech page.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 30, 2024 • 30min
Carry On! | Janet B. Bradford | August 2011
Good and bad are part of life. We can carry on by being instruments in the Lord’s hands and drawing strength from hymns. 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.

Sep 16, 2024 • 34min
Healing = Courage + Action + Grace | Jonathan G. Sandberg | January 2014
The healing process can be painful and difficult, but having courage to act and Christ’s grace makes it possible. 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.

Sep 2, 2024 • 28min
Tenacity | David F. Evans | November 2014
Tenacity is persistence, perseverance, and determination. Be tenacious in all good things and be tenacious when trials come. 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.

Aug 19, 2024 • 30min
Why Mountains? | Michael A. Dunn | October 2019
While hiking in the Grand Tetons, Michael Dunn learned how climbing mountains—both literal and metaphorical—helps us develop strength, courage, and faith. 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.

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.