The Courage to Keep Going – Dr. Charles Stanley

Do you want to give up on your marriage, job, children, financial situation, or other personal struggle? We often feel tempted to quit when we’re in the middle of such difficult circumstances, but giving up is not consistent with who we are as followers of Jesus Christ.

In this message, Dr. Stanley shares how the apostle Paul is a perfect example of someone who never gave up in spite of persistent difficulty and hardship. From his life, we can see how we, too, can gain strength and motivation by acknowledging:

- The awareness of God’s presence with us
- The experience of God’s strength within us
- The assurance of the Lord’s will for us
- The overflowing joy that fills us
- The life-changing lessons God teaches us
- The fruit God’s truth produces through us
- The reward God has promised us
- The vision of the cross always before us
- Our love and devotion to Jesus Christ

How we react and respond to the trials of life is a choice we make. Knowing these great promises of God, how will you face the difficulties ahead - with fear, hopelessness, rebellion or courage?

This message is part of the series "The Courage to Stand."

[drewyoung]

Who else is watching this after Dr. Stanley’s passing? He’s still touching thousands with his words.

[pastorrobertbrooks]

I’m not sure if anyone would read this, I am a senior pastor of a thriving church in South Florida as I’m driving to work this morning contemplating walking away from the church this message popped up on my YouTube, I just want to say God has perfect timing for all situations thank you Dr. Stanley and in touch for being obedient to the leading of the Holy Spirit

[malibubarbie]

I'm hanging on only because I know God loves me...Thank you Charles Stanley for leaving all these beautiful sermons for us to watch over and over...

[LonelyHeartsChannel]

I got brain cancer -
"A warrior I am, against this foe,
This battle I'll win, and make it show.
The chemo's tough, but I'm tougher still,
My strength and spirit, I won't let it kill.
Though the cancer tries to take its toll,
I'll fight with all my heart and soul.
I'll stand up strong, with courage and grace,
And show the world, I'll win this race." Jesus heals!

[nancypanogadia]

This is a proof that the words of God will not pass, Ptr. Stanley passed away but his messages still soothes every ones live. Every morning his messages encourages me! Keep on, keeping on no matter what!

[frankiewilliams]

Thank you lord for not giving up on me. I thank you for the closer walk I have with you today ❤

[joanneorezzoli]

I am begging for my prayer warriors to pray for my 20 year old son who suffers from an eating disorder, anxiety & depression. I see him slowly giving up on the promise of healing. God bless you all 🙏💯

[t]

My daughter really needs prayer! She's 23 years-old, and struggling mentally and emotionally.

[felyescobardelacruz]

Even Dr. Charles Stanley had pass away, still missing him alive, his teachings makes me to have courage & have spiritual maturity.. I'm still watching his sermons because its been really a big help to my spiritual life.

[JenniferRichter-yusi]

Rest in Heaven Charles Stanley 🙏 🤲 We will forever miss you ❤😢

[Schizomares]

I am 15 years old and all my life I've been an atheist. But now I have found faith in the lord:) I've been trying to learn the bible my uncle gave me before he passed and I'm trying to keep motivated to learn the bible and read it:) There be a lot of times I try to read the bible but I just get drowned by random thoughts distracting me from reading I try to ignore but I ain't trying to let my thoughts distract me from reading but it is hard to focus specially watching this video but I'm trying to keep my focus.

[loriawiggins]

I want to give up because I am a failure in my relationships. I am lonely. I feel like God has no one for me. Anyone reading this, please pray that God will restore my hope ❤

[sejaldesai]

I am also cancer patient..but God healed amazingly. All glory to God..amazing sermon..God always motivate us to move further in our life.

[Dragoncurve]

My family has been impacted greatly from these sermons for years

[petervaka]

Although you had gone to be with God, I am still listening and able to meditate in His words because you made it easy for me to understand
One day we will see each other in Heaven. Praise you God.

[rosajones]

God wanted me to hear this tonight because I am ready to give up right now!! I am in daily pain and my husband has dementia that is getting worse by the day. Driving me crazy blames me for everything screams at me and curses at me daily!! I cry and pray daily for Jesus to give me strength and power to endure!! Help me Jesus please!!

[shunnaturner]

I cried like a baby when I read he passed away 😢🥹💔 I've watched him for years. Wonderful, wonderful man of God. May he rest in peace and love forever 🕊️💕

[yvonnepetrocco]

I love Dr Stanley, and his sermons. i still lusten to his sermons, even though he has passed on to heaven. His sermons still encourages me, to serve the Lord. Thank you Lord for his service for you.

[raechelyndawn]

I’ve been listening to Charles Stanley since the 80’s and I’m not about to quit. He’s in heaven and in my heart forever. What a powerful pastor/speaker/encourager. ❤

[MichelleYvonne]

I’m watching today, 9/12/23. I have always loved Dr. Stanley! I had all but given up, but the Lord showed Himself to be ever faithful! 🌺⚓️🌺