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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About the host
BYU Speeches hosts Overcoming Adversity, a religion show with 100 episodes published.
To "get a life," we must use our agency to love God and serve others. Then, no matter our circumstance, we can say "Life can't get any better than this." Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-
These Noble Pioneers | Gordon B. Hinckley | February 1997
Apr 27, 202629m0
Gordon B. Hinckley speaks of the noble pioneers. The pioneers were people of great faith, of tremendous loyalty, and of unbending integrity. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch
“Let Us Run with Patience the Race That Is Set Before Us” | Bradley P. Owens | June 2024
Mar 2, 202630m0
In the race of life, we can be strengthened by repenting continually, anticipating adversity, cleaving to covenants, and enduring to the end. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurc
God Did Not Put Us Here to Fail | Jon M. Huntsman Sr. | November 2009
Jan 19, 202628m0
Jon M. Huntsman Sr. speaks of the need to be optimistic and of how following the gospel of Jesus Christ will lead us to happiness. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donat
Trusting God When Things Go Wrong | Todd A. Britsch | September 1997
Jan 5, 202633m0
It is inevitable that life will not go according to plan at times. Rather than complain, we must learn to trust God when things go wrong. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.or
“Daddy, Is Jesus Real?” Overcoming Fear through Faith in Christ | January 2016
Dec 22, 202529m0
God is real. His Son is real. Our faith in them is strengthened as we learn more completely about them and have sacred experiences with them. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurc
Taking up the Cross | Neal A. Maxwell | January 1976
Dec 8, 202533m0
The cross that we are each called to bear is unique and incomparable. The moment we choose to take it up is a defining moment in eternity. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.o
Six Spiritual Lessons from the Natural World | Loreen Allphin | April 2023
Nov 24, 202535m0
We can weather the storms of life by turning to the natural world and applying the spiritual lessons we learn from God's creations. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/dona
Enjoy Your Journey | Barbara W. Winder | March 1990
Nov 10, 202534m0
How do you confront seemingly impossible tasks? Everyone faces challenges, but without struggle we aren‘t able to appreciate life‘s goodness. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurc
Tragedy or Destiny? | Spencer W. Kimball | December 1955
Oct 27, 202534m0
Suffering, death, and tragedy are sometimes part of God's plan and sometimes the result of human agency. Trust Him instead of blaming Him. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.o
Joseph Smith Lecture 4: Joseph Smith and Trials | Truman G. Madsen | August 1978
Oct 13, 202546m0
An account of Joseph Smith’s trials and the effects of the hardship on his family, his friends, his life, and his character. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/b
Acres of Diamonds | Vaughn J. Featherstone | February 1974
Sep 29, 202557m0
You have immense worth, and the Lord is laying up a marvelous treasure for you. Have patience, and you may find acres of diamonds right in your front yard. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://lds
The Two Great Promises | L. Douglas Smoot | June 1994
Sep 15, 202533m0
The two great promises of the gospel are exaltation if we endure to the end and support in our trials if we trust the Lord. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/by
“When upon Life’s Billows”: Take a Friend | Beth Vaughan Cole | April 2008
Sep 1, 202521m0
Friendship is one of the greatest blessings we can have. Friends provide comfort and counsel and help us feel loved. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-s
Wade J. Hollingshaus invites us to join him in engaging in the conditions of uncertainty that are a divinely designed part of what it means to be on earth. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://lds
“In This Life I Shall Have Joy” (Moses 5:10) | Carrie Moore | April 2004
Aug 4, 202532m0
The Savior can transform any trial, hurt, or burden into greater testimony and deeper joy. We choose how we will respond our circumstances. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.
Lehi’s Dream and You | Boyd K. Packer | January 2007
Jul 21, 202526m0
Just like in Lehi's dream, there will always be those who mock you for choosing different standards and goals. Don't let them ruin your commitment. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ld
Can we come to see uncertainty as a positive thing? Amy Tanner explains how the gift of uncertainty can increase our hope in God’s miracles. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch
The Wind Beneath Your Wings | Dieter F. Uchtdorf | November 2003
Jun 23, 202532m0
At times we will go through trials and need to be lifted up. Control, attitude, and faith in God's power will create wind beneath our wings. Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch
Which Way Are You Swimming? | Peggy S. Worthen | September 2015
Jun 9, 20259m0
When life gets tough, do we have the courage and faith to rely on the Lord and “just keep swimming”—even if it means swimming upstream? Click here to see the speech page. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/
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