“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ my rest upon me” (2 Corinthians 12:9).
Most of us are familiar with Paul and his “thorn in the flesh.” He had prayed three times for it to be removed. According to The Living Bible we find these words: “Each time He said, No.. But I am with you; that is all you need. My power shows up best in weak people.” “Now I (Paul) am glad to boast about how weak I am; I am glad to be a living demonstration of Christ’s power, instead of showing off my own power and abilities.”
When we go through any form of adversity, it’s not always easy to give praise to God. How lighter our burden would be if we could learn to give Him the glory in all things.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Army Chaplain Terry Austin (San Antonio, Texas) asks prayer for these requests: His wife Mona’s health; issues affecting military ministry (same sex unions); military members currently deployed.
