Overcoming Adversity

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.

How to Be Happy Now—and Forever | Jean B. Bingham | December 2019
Apr 28, 2025 – 27:49
If Thou Endure Well | Neal A. Maxwell | December 1984
Apr 14, 2025 – 55:01
“A More Excellent Hope” | Russell M. Nelson | January 1995
Mar 31, 2025 – 39:12
“Could We Have Supposed?” | Jack N. Gerard | March 2020
Mar 17, 2025 – 35:36
Persistence, Patience, and Posies | Patricia Ravert | July 2012
Mar 3, 2025 – 22:11
“My Life Is a Gift; My Life Has a Plan” | Michelle Marchant | April 2013
Feb 17, 2025 – 25:10
Messages of Love | Patrick Kearon | February 2012
Feb 3, 2025 – 31:44
Power from Abrahamic Tests | Truman G. Madsen | October 1971
Jan 20, 2025 – 34:10
Borne upon Eagles’ Wings | Jeffrey R. Holland | June 1974
Jan 6, 2025 – 50:59
After the “Y”— What Then? | Noel L. Owen | June 1990
Dec 23, 2024 – 30:40
Deliverance | Michael S. Drake | October 2022
Dec 9, 2024 – 31:00
Safely on the Lord’s Side | Brian Santiago | June 2013
Nov 25, 2024 – 21:14
Seasons of War | Dennis A. Wright | March 2005
Nov 11, 2024 – 26:25
Be Still, and Know God | Erin D. Maughan | August 2009
Oct 28, 2024 – 23:32
Strength in Adversity | Harold G. Hillam | June 1996
Oct 14, 2024 – 30:01
Carry On! | Janet B. Bradford | August 2011
Sep 30, 2024 – 29:35
Healing = Courage + Action + Grace | Jonathan G. Sandberg | January 2014
Sep 16, 2024 – 33:31
Tenacity | David F. Evans | November 2014
Sep 2, 2024 – 28:02
Why Mountains? | Michael A. Dunn | October 2019
Aug 19, 2024 – 29:32
The Nobility of Failure | R. Lanier Britsch | June 1999
Aug 5, 2024 – 37:49
To the Lonely and Misunderstood | Richard G. Scott | August 1982
Jul 22, 2024 – 32:17
Carry Your Cross | Marvin J. Ashton | May 1987
Jul 8, 2024 – 35:21
Temper Your Trials with Trust | Cecil O. Samuelson | January 2009
Jun 24, 2024 – 17:19
“Joy Cometh in the Morning” | Gayle Clegg | April 2004
Jun 10, 2024 – 22:46
Being Christ’s Compassionate Hands | Steven A. Smith | June 2021
May 27, 2024 – 30:06
Finding Strength in Christ | Michael D. Barns | July 2008
May 13, 2024 – 28:25
Pray Not for Light Burdens but for Strong Backs | Ardeth G. Kapp | April 2004
Apr 29, 2024 – 25:52
“In the Strength of the Lord” | David A. Bednar | October 2001
Apr 15, 2024 – 33:16
Stepping-Stones and Stumbling Blocks | Steven E. Snow | September 2012
Apr 1, 2024 – 25:33
God Is the Gardener | Hugh B. Brown | May 1968
Mar 18, 2024 – 37:42
Finding Strength in the Lord | Kendra M. Hall-Kenyon | September 2022
Mar 4, 2024 – 27:30
The Blessings of Adversity | James E. Faust | February 1978
Feb 19, 2024 – 34:02
Journey of the Soul, Anchors of the Heart | Len B. Novilla | February 2011
Feb 5, 2024 – 33:16
Shall I Laugh or Shall I Cry? | Sharon Samuelson | September 2013
Jan 22, 2024 – 15:45
Bound Securely to the Savior | Camille N. Johnson | January 2022
Jan 8, 2024 – 30:44
Fear Not | Lloyd D. Newell | December 2014
Dec 18, 2023 – 29:20
Adversity | Dallin H. Oaks | January 1995
Dec 4, 2023 – 32:46
The Power of Deliverance | Henry B. Eyring | January 2008
Nov 20, 2023 – 27:18
Enduring and Trusting to the End | Estela Marquez | September 2020
Nov 6, 2023 – 31:40
Stand Up Straight, Smile, and Remember Who You Are | Matthew Richardson | October 2016
Oct 23, 2023 – 38:04
“Yes, and . . .”: The Creative Art of Living | Lisa Valentine Clark | July 2021
Oct 9, 2023 – 30:24
An Immigrant’s Journey Toward God | Niwako Yamawaki | May 2021
Sep 25, 2023 – 27:16
Meekly Placing Our Total Trust in God | Terence M. Vinson | February 2020
Sep 11, 2023 – 27:51
Hope As an Anchor of Our Souls | Alan R. Harker | June 2016
Aug 28, 2023 – 30:53
“Thy Troubles to Bless” | Jeffrey S. McClellan | July 2018
Aug 16, 2023 – 34:22
Vast and Intimate: The Atonement in the Heavens and in the Heart | L. Robert Webb | November 1998
Jul 31, 2023 – 36:21
But for a Small Moment | Neal A. Maxwell | September 1974
Jul 3, 2023 – 44:45
Dally Up: Finding Our Anchor in Turbulent Times | Casey C. Peterson | May 2015
Jun 19, 2023 – 28:41
He Cares More About the Shoulder Than About the Wheel | Monte R. Swain | May 2008
May 3, 2023 – 29:53
Becoming and Overcoming | Carol Wilkinson | March 2009
Apr 1, 2023 – 29:23

Recent Reviews

linguist35

Amazing!

The life experiences shared give me so much hope and comfort that I can also make it through life’s trying times, no matter how challenging. Thank you BYU, for publishing! Can’t believe that not every review is a five star rating, as each speech I’ve heard has been amazing, and very faith promoting.
Pughsl

Robert D Hales

Very nice insights from Robert D. Hales.
Youngbloodpickett

Grateful for The Lord’s Voice by in Academic Settings

Love and gratitude from Humboldt County, California
mcovin05

Amazing

I LOVE TO LISTEN ❤️. I listen every Monday as I read cardiac echocardiograms for 12 hours. I love these talks so much. I every human heart and life is marked by adversity. LISTEN to fill your spirit. I love this podcast!!!! I just listened to Brother Moody’s talk about Kaleb. So amazing - made me cry and I don’t cry much. I Can’t feel the spirit like it seems everyone else do. This talk was so honest and true to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Thanks for sharing your greatest pains with us. Bro Moody you a true blue follower of Jesus. I am proud and amazed by you.
byubrent

Fantastic

This is a great collection of talks, especially if you want a boost during a rough time.
Ticatracha

Amazing hope

Listening to these talks is such a relief especially during these times. Thanks to whoever put it together.