1. Faith, Family, Football
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2. Adversity
“A state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune.” - Webster
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3. 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
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4. 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
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5. 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
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6. 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
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8. When someone tells you that you can’t
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