Have you ever been so overwhelmed by a crisis that you began to lose hope? Life has a way of bringing unexpected "storms." Some people are ruined by their storms, while others are refined by them. How we respond to seasons of adversity makes all the difference in the outcome. Standing Strong in the Storm drills down into the scriptures to reveal practical and often overlooked truths that will empower you to thrive in the most difficult seasons of life.As you explore the principles highlighted in this book and engage the Reflection & Application Exercises at the end of each chapter-you will cultivate resilience as you determine how to:Respond when life seems like a nightmare. Embrace God's journey for your life. Identify the barriers hindering your progress. Recognize the Lord's presence in times of trouble. Receive a Word from God to stand on. Develop a strategy to deal with doubt and uncertainty. Defeat Satan's attacks against your thoughts and emotions. Grow stronger as you overcome adversity. Make a greater impact on the other side of the storm. ¿¿God's plan is not for us to go through storms-His plan is for us to grow through storms.