Trials
Can life’s greatest challenges become our greatest teachers?
Every journey includes unexpected hardships. Discover stories of resilience, faith, courage, and hope from people who have found strength through adversity.
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Be Strong and of a Good Courage
VIDEO 6:36 / English
Once missionaries introduced her to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigit’s faith grew and strengthened to enable her to endure the great challenges of life with a remarkably positive outlook.
The Parable of the Tree
VIDEO 7:52 / English
So often in life we may complain about how tough things are. “We didn’t sign up for this,” we might say. But it is those times of struggle that try our souls and refine us into something far greater than we ever could experience without them.
So You Think I Joined a Cult?
VIDEO 7:08 / English
Even though he carefully investigated The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for five long years before joining it, Mike was still accused of being brainwashed and joining a cult. And he’s not alone.
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Harvest Law
VIDEO 10:25 / English
The breakup of her marriage and family, the heartache of suicidal children, and the sorrow of a life turned upside down.
Sarah has experienced digitoxin at a very hurtful and personal way.
Trials Help Us Grow
VIDEO 7:09 / English
Crystal’s younger brother passed away at age 35, breaking her heart. Just four months later, her father also passed away. The weight of those losses left her stunned and grieving for a long time.
Surrendering My Will to The Lord
VIDEO 7:04 / English
Nikki was born with a believing heart, which was put to the test when she was diagnosed with Acute Myelogeous Leukemia. That’s when she had to dig deep into her faith in Jesus Christ and give her will over to His.
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Leaving the World Behind
VIDEO 5:53 / English Donald never graduated from high school—or even elementary school. Growing up undiagnosed on the autism spectrum, learning in the traditional way was nearly impossible. He often felt different and left behind, so he chose to live life on his own...
Time is Real Short
VIDEO 6:25 / English Marty knew he was going to die long before he did. And he felt sure he would not stay dead for long. The series of events that transpired during and after his massive heart attack give us a rare glimpse into the other side of this mortal life. "I...
Faith in Any Circumstance
VIDEO 6:13 / Spanish The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was new in Chile when Cecil was a boy. His family felt welcomed by the friendly members. Then they learned how this was not just a good church, but it offered the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ just...
Trials Help Us Grow
VIDEO 7:09 / English Crystal’s younger brother passed away at age 35, breaking her heart. Just four months later, her father also passed away. The weight of those losses left her stunned and grieving for a long time. Yet in her sorrow, Crystal felt the gentle presence...
Destabilizing the Devil’s Work
VIDEO 6:55 / English Nothing infuriates the Devil more than seeing people turn to Jesus Christ and embrace His Gospel. Among his fiercest opponents are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—especially those bold, zealous missionaries, young and...
A Mother’s Love
VIDEO 7:42 / English The power of a mother's love can transcend all boundaries. It goes beyond the understanding of logic and touches the portals of Heaven. Even through the tremendous trials of dealing with a rebellious drug-addicted teen, Janet relied upon...