Wisdom For Life's Trials – Dr. Charles Stanley

One of the most common questions people ask is, “If God is a loving Father, why does He allow His children to go through painful and difficult trials?” In this sermon, Dr. Stanley explains how God uses trials to do several things including:

- Increasing our faith.
- Testing our devotion to God.
- Sanctifying us.
- Demonstrating His love and power.
- Producing a Christ-like spirit in us.
- Equipping us for a future task.

He also says there are 10 ways we can respond properly to trials in our lives. We must believe:

1. God is in control.
2. The Lord has a specific purpose for trials.
3. Our circumstances are designed to meet specific needs in our lives.
4. The trials will prove to be good if we respond in faith.
5. Difficulties can strengthen our faith.
6. God will help us demonstrate perseverance under pressure.
7. Struggles will develop Christ-likeness in us.
8. They will help us measure our spiritual walk.
9. God will be with us the entire way.
10. His grace and power will help us overcome them.

God doesn’t promise to explain everything to us. However, if we keep a godly attitude and ask for wisdom in our circumstances, we can prevail over our difficulties, gain a sense of peace, and arrive on the other side with greater faith and stronger relationship with our Heavenly Father.

[DonYutuc]

Who's watching Pastor Charles in 2024? RIP, Dr. Stanley. Thank you for your teachings. To God be the glory!

[FeliciaSmith-zkux]

I'm watching Charles Stanley in 2024

[audreylaverty]

I am watching 2024. Love
His sermons. Miss him.

[mombeolunyonyi]

Dr Charles Stanley is still alive among us through his teachings. Thank you God for your Servant Pastor Charles Stanley.

[PatCasey-hhss]

Ain't gonna stop watching until I can see him in heaven

[roberttrew]

This was so timely. My daughter suffers from anxiety and depression and does not know Jesus so she cannot relate to the Christian response BUT PLEASE PRAY FOR HER, that her eyes are opened to God's grace, mercy and divine wisdom. Amen....

[Bikepacker]

I'm in the middle of a huge trial. I became bedridden 2 years ago after my car hatch came down on my head. Before that, I was in excellent health. Doctors couldn't figure out what was causing excruciating pain and they punctured my spine a few times, causing a spinal fluid leak. I've lost my health and can no longer get out of bed because they can't find nor plug the leak in my spine, and it causes debilitating pain if I don't stay lying completely flat. I'm praying God will help me to continue to have faith in Him. It's not easy as I've laid here for over 700 days in excruciating pain. Praying for healing! If you have the gift of faith or gifts of healings, please pray for me in Jesus' name. Thank you

[robbiebacon]

I'm still watching him in 2024. I will continue to watch him as long as I can. Love always.

[ImOnPoint]

This man has touched me in so many ways... RIP Dr. Stanley... Your work prevails here on Earth.

[kimcady]

Daily devotional & ea. Sunday & most days! ❤

[jesseboring]

James 1:1-12 is a decent part of the Bible viewed as the opposite of what ordinary people often live by. I love!!!

[pammicakes]

Thank you Jesus for giving us Dr. Stanley. I learn so much from his teachings every day.

[birdlynn]

Charles Stanley is the best bible teaching teacher we have ever had and will ever have. 🥰 I love this man, he always helps me understand the word and truth. Thank you, Dr. Stanley, again and again. 🙏

[susanconder]

I look forward to every morning to hear his message. 🙏🏻

[taigh]

Rest In Peace, I am graced daily in 2024 each morning listening to Dr. Charles Stanley. Over and Over He ministers to us ❤

[Judy-ygjj]

Still following him 15 years and always will.

[brendaroyal]

I’m listen To DR CHARLES STANLEY EVERY DAY. I can listen to his sermons over and over so please leave him where I can always hear him. Miss Dr Stanley.

[julianaolmetti]

I miss him, and keep watching his preach, I love all of his own teach.

[amandaflores]

Lately I have been listening to his messages with my 8 year old son and he reminds me every day. Dr Stanley's messages are easy to understand. Today Sept 2, 2024.

[FeliciaSmith-zkux]

I'm watching Charles Stanley in 2024 RIP mr, Beautiful man God is with you always,