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.

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. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/neal-a-maxwell/taking-cross/">Click here</a> to see the speech page.

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.

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.

Overcoming Adversity

Trials, tests, and temptations are abundant in this life, but overcoming adversity is in our destiny. Tune in every Friday to hear advice and personal experiences from BYU guests who journeyed through adversity and came out on top.

Overcoming Adversity: BYU Speeches

Taking up the Cross | Neal A. Maxwell | January 1976

Elder Clark G. Gilbert explains how we can draw strength from our Savior and find Christ’s peace in perilous times. Click here to view the speech page.

Elder Clark G. Gilbert explains how we can draw strength from our Savior and find Christ&rsquo;s peace in perilous times.&nbsp;<a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/clark-g-gilbert/christs-peace-in-perilous-times/">Click here</a> to view the speech page.

Christ’s Peace in Perilous Times | Clark G. Gilbert | February 2022

Never underestimate the value of good, righteous friends and mentors. Lifelong friendship with people like these will bless our lives immeasurably. Click here to view the speech page. 

Never underestimate the value of good, righteous friends and mentors. Lifelong friendship with people like these will bless our lives immeasurably. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/ronald-a-rasband/thy-friends-stand-thee/">Click here</a> to view the speech page.&nbsp;

Thy Friends Do Stand by Thee | Ronald A. Rasband | March 2010

As we are strengthened by the hand of the Lord we will find the strength we need to make it through each and every one of our trials. Click here to view the speech page. 

As we are strengthened by the hand of the Lord we will find the strength we need to make it through each and every one of our trials. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/rosemary-thackeray/strengthened-hand-lord/">Click here</a> to view the speech page.&nbsp;

Taking up the Cross | Neal A. Maxwell | January 1976

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