The friend in my adversity I shall always cherish most. I can better trust those who helped to relieve the gloom of my dark hours.
Hold fast to the Bible. To the influence of this Book we are indebted.
Ulysses S. Grant (1822-1885) was the 18th President of the United States.
Adversity is not only a bridge to a deeper relationship with God, but it’s also the path to freedom, healing, and maximum usefulness.
From Hebrews 12:11-13: “Now, discipline always seems painful rather than pleasant at the time, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. Therefore lift your drooping hands and strengthen your weak knees and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be put out of joint but rather be healed.“
From Psalm 46:1: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Imperfect life’s darkness
One more faltering step
Defeat again knocking
Discouragement’s doorstep
Observing faithful light
Glowing with lasting hope
Strength in adversity
Grasping mercy’s firm rope
Hearing Father, trust grows
Transforming future days
Faith journey maturing
Receiving grace, let’s pray
Evil’s message scuttled
Healing from Father’s hand
Peace brings lasting comfort
Affirming His commands
Beholding mighty works
Melting away concerns
Impossible vanquished
Trusting Father’s U-turn
From the words of English-born preacher Charles Inwood: “When God is going to do a wonderful thing, He begins with a difficulty. When He is going to do a very wonderful thing, He begins with an impossibility.”
A smooth sea never made a skillful sailor.
To reach a port we must set sail. Sail, not tie at anchor. Sail, not drift.
Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882-1945) was the 32nd President of the United States (1933-1945). Both of these quotes were spoken during one of his “Fireside Chats” on April 14, 1938. Roosevelt used these radio addresses to rally America during the Great Depression and World War II.
Integrity makes my job easier. It’s deception and dishonesty that requires so much diligent effort.
I’ve never felt like you could develop character without adversity.
American football coach Bobby Bowden (1929-2021) coached the Florida State Seminoles from 1976 to 2009. He is considered to be one of college football’s greatest coaches. Being a Christian, Bowden credited his success in coaching to his faith.
Feed the body food and drink, it will survive today. Feed the soul art and music, it will live forever.
When adversity hits, go out and learn something.
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Adversity is always unexpected and unwelcomed. It is an intruder and a thief, and yet in the hands of God, adversity becomes the means through which His supernatural power is demonstrated.
From 1 John 5:3-5: “ For the love of God is this, that we obey His commandments. And His commandments are not burdensome, for whatever is born of God conquers the world. And this is the victory that conquers the world, our faith. Who is it that conquers the world but the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?”
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Neutral men are the devil’s allies.
From 1 Peter 5:8-9: “Discipline yourselves, keep alert. Like a roaring lion your adversary the devil prowls around, looking for someone to devour. Resist him, steadfast in our faith, for you know that your brothers and sisters in all the world are undergoing the same kinds of suffering.”
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