In Episode 5 of The Christian Life Show – Spiritual Growth Series, Fortune Diven addresses a reality every believer faces: trials, temptation, and spiritual warfare.

Why do challenges often increase when you’re trying to grow spiritually? Are struggles a sign of failure—or evidence of growth? In this episode, we unpack how God uses pressure to strengthen faith, deepen character, and build spiritual endurance.

This practical and encouraging episode explores:

• Why God allows trials and what they produce
• The difference between trials and temptation
• How temptation works and how to overcome it
• What spiritual warfare really looks like in everyday life
• Why resistance often increases when growth is happening
• Real-life examples from work, relationships, and daily pressures
• How to stand firm without fear or burnout

This episode is designed to be uplifting, grounding, and easy to follow, whether you’re listening at home, at work, or on the road.

KEY SCRIPTURES:

• James 1:2–4
• 1 Peter 1:6–7
• 1 Corinthians 10:13
• Ephesians 6:12–13
• Romans 8:18

CALL TO ACTION:

If you’re facing pressure or resistance right now, take heart — God is at work in your growth. Reflect on where He may be strengthening you through what you’re facing.

Join us next for Episode 6: Community, Fellowship & Mentorship, where we explore why spiritual growth was never meant to be done alone.