Sentences with phrase «sign of adversity»

The Bulldogs arrived in Knoxville having allowed only 212.5 yards and 6.3 points per game, but at the first sign of adversity they reverted to the mediocrity that has been their trademark in recent years.

How things had to go seemingly perfectly for the team to win because the first sign of adversity felt like the wheels had fallen off entirely?

So there is recalled the bitter, sarcastic cry of Israel, always ready on the lips at the first sign of adversity, «Is the LORD among us or not»» There is also recalled a marvelously tolerant and patient word of the Lord which repeatedly in effect provides the «sign» and offers tangible reassurance - although, be it noted, in matters by and large of sheer survival.

It seems to be in our nature to get really excited and motivated about things only to see those positive feelings fizzle at the first signs of adversity or obstacle.

Not exact matches

Following Exodus 31, in which God makes the Sabbath the sign of an irrevocable covenant with the people of Israel, Jewish leaders have emphasized its special place in Jewish life and heard in its rhythm the structure that has kept Jewish identity alive amid terrible adversity.

The Resurrection gives us Hope; through adversity / persecution and it is the sign of His promise and demonstration of His power over death and the grave.

Struggling on in the face of adversity, alone and without support, is the sign of a Good man, a Righteous man.