Adversity: Obstacle or Opportunity?

An agenda exists in this world to take what is ours; the ultimate objective is to destroy us – the people of God. How are we to respond when we encounter this adversity? How do we view adversity? Is it a spiritual obstacle or a spiritual opportunity?

Ryan was born and raised in central Georgia. Baptized in 1997, he is a fourth-generation member of the Church of God. Ryan and wife, Nissa, have three children and one grandchild. Ryan serves as Pastor for the Youngstown (Ohio), Wheeling (West Virginia), and Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania) congregations. Ryan also served as the Council Reporter from May 2022 - May 2025.