Three times I pleaded with the Lord about this, that it should leave me. But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 ESV Scholars have long debated over Paul’s ‘thorn in the flesh’ as he called it. Perhaps it was poor …
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Feeling Fragile
Weak that we might be strong; this is the paradox of grace.
When Weakness Equals Greatness
God is not impressed with our skills, intellectual knowledge, diplomas, or assets. What He desires are hearts willing to serve and obey Him.
God’s Good Purposes
This is a game-changer for those of us who are in Christ; our trials, big and small, are evidence that God is working in us and through us. Though our definition of good may exclude pain and suffering, God’s definition of good includes every detail of our lives that He uses to strengthen our spiritual character and highlight His sovereign power.