Is there an antidote for some forms of adversity? Or are there means of preventing the worst of adversities from hitting us so hard? Yes there is. Proper abiding in Christ is the only way. We are enabled to live as Christ intended. It is right through the N.T. word. This is a short sermon of 30 minutes without the usual notes that normally accompany studies. It was spontaneously written just prior to Christmas of 2008 out of words from the Lord on experiences in life in recent times. In some ways it is an applicational summary of the previous 7 units of study. In some ways it could be seen as an introduction to all these units. (No PDF file available)
If not listened to here in the podcast area, the MP3 file can be downloaded directly from the listing at http://www.goodnews.org.au/fullness/index-2008.html

 

 Unit 8 - The Antidote to Adversity - Living as Christ intended [30:59m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (137)

Can the adversities in our life be considered an adventure or are they just an annoyance.? What part does God play in these things and can adversity lead to blessing? That is the essence of this study. Writing on the subject of adversity is quite a daunting task. However, it relates closely to the major theme of this series of studies of living in the fullness of life and spirit that God intended. As the Bible clearly teaches that adversity is a major precursor of that life, we need to understand how it appears to work in relation to the teachings of scripture and the workings of God. However, as a man who has lived and experienced some degree of adversity (although very limited compared with some) I believe I can offer some thoughts on how it all works, even though much will remain in the realm of mystery of how God deals with His special saints, in the process of them becoming like Jesus.

 

 The Hidden Blessing of Adversity - part 2 [40:01m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Can the adversities of life be considered an adventure or are they just an annoyance? What part does God play in these things and can adversity lead to blessings. That is the essence of this study.

As always it is easier to download the text directly from the site http://www.goodnews.org.au/fullness/index-2008 where all the studies are listed with PDF files and downloadable MP3 files. The MP3 files can be listened to directly from this location.

 

 The Hidden Blessing of Adversity - part 1 [41:51m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download