Overcoming Adversity

Overcoming Adversity

Taking Heart in Tough Times

TAKING HEART IN TOUGH TIMESOvercoming Adversity—2 of 2John 16.33 John 16.33 “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” (esv)  1 Peter 4.12 “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.” (esv)  Psalm 10.1 “Why, O LORD, do you stand afar off? …

GIVING UP OR GOING ON?

Overcoming Adversity—Part 1 of 2 Nehemiah 4.1-15 vv. 6-7a “… we built the wall … for the people had a mind to work. But when …” (esv)  WE FEEL LIKE GIVING UP BECAUSE OF … *  Fatigue  v. 10a “The strength of those who bear the burdens is failing.” (esv)  *  Frustration  v. 10b “There is too much rubble.” (esv)  *  Fatalism v. 10c “By ourselves we will not be able to rebuild the wall.” (esv)  *  Fear v. 11…