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BYU Speeches


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

An account of Joseph Smith’s trials and the effects of the hardship on his family, his friends, his life, and his character. Click here to see the speech page.

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Joseph Smith Lecture 4: Joseph Smith and Trials | Truman G. Madsen | August 1978

You have immense worth, and the Lord is laying up a marvelous treasure for you. Have patience, and you may find acres of diamonds right in your front yard. Click here to see the speech page.

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Acres of Diamonds | Vaughn J. Featherstone | February 1974

The two great promises of the gospel are exaltation if we endure to the end and support in our trials if we trust the Lord. Click here to see the speech page.

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The Two Great Promises | L. Douglas Smoot | June 1994

Friendship is one of the greatest blessings we can have. Friends provide comfort and counsel and help us feel loved. Click here to see the speech page.

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“When upon Life’s Billows”: Take a Friend | Beth Vaughan Cole | April 2008

Wade J. Hollingshaus invites us to join him in engaging in the conditions of uncertainty that are a divinely designed part of what it means to be on earth. Click here to see the speech page.

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“On Earth” | Wade J. Hollingshaus | July 2016

The Savior can transform any trial, hurt, or burden into greater testimony and deeper joy. We choose how we will respond our circumstances. Click here to see the speech page.

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“In This Life I Shall Have Joy” (Moses 5:10) | Carrie Moore | April 2004

Just like in Lehi's dream, there will always be those who mock you for choosing different standards and goals. Don't let them ruin your commitment. Click here to see the speech page.

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Lehi’s Dream and You | Boyd K. Packer | January 2007

Can we come to see uncertainty as a positive thing? Amy Tanner explains how the gift of uncertainty can increase our hope in God’s miracles. Click here to see the speech page.

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The Gift of Uncertainty | Amy Taner | July 2019

At times we will go through trials and need to be lifted up. Control, attitude, and faith in God's power will create wind beneath our wings. Click here to see the speech page.

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The Wind Beneath Your Wings | Dieter F. Uchtdorf | November 2003

When life gets tough, do we have the courage and faith to rely on the Lord and “just keep swimming”—even if it means swimming upstream? Click here to see the speech page.

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Joseph Smith Lecture 4: Joseph Smith and Trials | Truman G. Madsen | August 1978

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