Faith, Family, Football Monday Message 6 @FAITH_FAMILY_FB
Adversity “A state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune.” - Webster @FAITH_FAMILY_FB
Common sources of adversity Football Injuries Distractions Officials Unrealistic expectations Travel Equipment/conditions/facilities Playing time Life Health Finances Relationships Unexpected job changes Family dynamics Weather Crime @FAITH_FAMILY_FB
Why does adversity happen? God gave us free will We have the freedom to make choices and sometimes those choices cause problems for ourselves or for others Adversity creates growth and development Without challenges to overcome, we would never get better at anything @FAITH_FAMILY_FB
What does the Lord say about adversity? … “we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” – Romans 5: 3-4 @FAITH_FAMILY_FB
What does the Lord say about adversity? “This world brings many challenges, but the Lord has overcome the world and brings peace.” John 16:33 @FAITH_FAMILY_FB
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When someone tells you that you can’t https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4SCoG-BXfY @FAITH_FAMILY_FB