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Overcoming Adversity

Overcoming Adversity

Written by: BYU Speeches
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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.

2026 BYU Speeches Spirituality
Episodes
  • God Did Not Put Us Here to Fail | Jon M. Huntsman Sr. | November 2009

    God Did Not Put Us Here to Fail | Jon M. Huntsman Sr. | November 2009
    Jan 19 2026

    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.

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    28 mins
  • Trusting God When Things Go Wrong | Todd A. Britsch | September 1997

    Trusting God When Things Go Wrong | Todd A. Britsch | September 1997
    Jan 5 2026

    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.

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    34 mins
  • “Daddy, Is Jesus Real?” Overcoming Fear through Faith in Christ | January 2016

    “Daddy, Is Jesus Real?” Overcoming Fear through Faith in Christ | January 2016
    Dec 22 2025

    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.

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    30 mins
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