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.
Episodes
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Apr 1, 2022 • 36min
"Cast Not Away Therefore Your Confidence" | Jeffery R. Holland | March 1999
Trust in a perfect God gives us the confidence to act in faith, even when faced with difficult decisions or paralyzing fear. Click here to view the speech. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 1, 2022 • 37min
Eternal Perspectives | Sara Lee Gibb | February 1999
As we replace earthly perspectives with eternal perspectives, we find that keeping God's commandments becomes natural and our lives take on new meaning. Click here to view the speech.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 3, 2022 • 40min
"Look Forward with an Eye of Faith" | Merrill J. Bateman | March 2006
The Book of Mormon teaches God's plan for us. Live according to that plan—take care of your body, seek intelligence, and prepare for an eternal family. Click here to view speech.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 22, 2022 • 26min
Put Your Hand into the Hand of God | Matthew Cowley | October 1953
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Jan 15, 2022 • 27min
“Yea, They May Forget, Yet Will I Not Forget Thee” | Cecilia M. Peek | November 2011
The Lord has promised that, even when we feel most lost and alone, even when those closest to us have forgotten us, He is aware of us. Click here to view speech.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 22, 2021 • 27min
"Press Forward with a Steadfastness in Christ" | David L. Kooyman | May 2008
David L. Kooyman teaches that hope in Christ is based on experience and knowledge. If we remain steadfast in following the Lord, He will bless us. Click here to view the speech. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 8, 2021 • 26min
Comparing, Competing, and Individual Worth | Merrill J. Christensen | Jul 2007
We live in a day where comparing and competing are viewed as normal ways to get ahead in life. Merrill J. Christensen explains how to overcome that mindset. Click here to view the speech. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 1, 2021 • 27min
Everything We Need | Michael T. Ringwood | Jan 2020
Heavenly Father has given us gifts to help us through our time on earth. From the Atonement to living prophets, we truly have been given everything we need. Click here to view speech.Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 24, 2021 • 30min
What is Your Calling in Life | Jeffery A. Thompson | Jun 2010
What is your calling in life? Jeffrey A. Thompson instructs his audience how to seek the Lord's help in finding their individual life's purpose. Click here to view the speech. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 17, 2021 • 30min
Revealing Questions | Brianna M. Magnusson | May 2018
Professor Brianna M. Magnusson teaches that asking revealing questions will allow us to become familiar with receiving personal revelation. Click here to view the speech. Support the show: https://ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/byu/byu-speeches.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
