Throughout life, faithful believer and author, Olayinka Olusola Akisanya faced many trials and tribulations. In a way, she had foreseen these troubles early in life but never felt her faith in God and Jesus Christ wither away. Instead, facing adversities only strengthened and solidified Akisanya’s faith in her creator. In her latest book, Surviving the Opposite 978-1951630836, she talks about why God allows adversities in life, their purpose, and how we can benefit from them. In the Holy Bible, we read about God’s most beloved prophets facing some of the biggest trials in their life, trials, and tribulations we cannot even fathom, to begin with. These trials, which they overcame gracefully, only benefited their faith.
The adversities God allows in our lives always have a reason or purpose. Sometimes, it is to help us grow out of situations that are not meant for us. And at other times, we are presented with them to help us rely on Christ and his teachings. In the fast-paced world, we are living in today, we often find ourselves drifting away from Christian values. So, to get back in touch with our religious and spiritual side, God may allow adversities to come our way. With Akisanya’s book, you can learn how to survive them as well as benefit from them. God’s words are the most helpful during dark times. They will shed light on the right path to help us the top again. Compiled by Knowing Jesus, here are a few Bible verses to help us overcome adversities:
· John 16:33 - These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.”
· Acts 14:22 – strengthening the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to continue in the faith, and saying, “Through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God.”
· 1 Corinthians 10:13 - No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it.
· James 1:12 - Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.
· Ephesians 6:18 - With all prayer and petition pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, be on the alert with all perseverance and petition for all the saints,
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