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- In our weaknesses, people will see that it is nothing that we can do in our own strength, but it is God working through us. It points us away from our own abilities and efforts and onto Him and His all-sufficient grace. When we yield to Him, we will experience His power at work in us, transforming both our heart and mind.
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Aug 31, 2023 · God’s strength is made perfect in weakness because He delights in taking situations where human strength is lacking to demonstrate the greatness of His power. God’s denial of Paul’s request for healing turned out to be a blessing in the apostle’s life.
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- Thorn in The Flesh
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- What Does The Bible Have to Say About Weakness?
We often try to come across as the I-can-do-it-all Christian—making perfect grades in school or raising well-behaved children while maintaining the squeaky-clean Christian reputation in church. If we come across a challenge that seems too much for us to handle, we often blame ourselves for not being “strong enough.” As though God expects us to do a...
In this chapter, Paul shares about a heavenly vision God gave him that gained him access to spiritual revelations. He was not permitted to share these insights with anyone and did not want to receive the credit for them. To keep him humble, he says that God intentionally allowed him to have a “thorn in the flesh” (see verse 7). Paul goes on to disc...
The word “weakness” in 2 Corinthians 12:9implies suffering, insults, and persecution. These aren’t exactly physical limitations but rather limitations we face in our everyday lives, such as the temptation to sin, heartache, and distress. It is evident throughout the Bible that God does not intend to remove these weaknesses from our life. If He did,...
- Tessa Emily Hall
Mar 10, 2024 · God gives a fresh supply of spiritual—supernatural—strength and faith to those who have humble dependence on Him. When we try to get through difficulties in our own strength, we often fall short and become weary, unable to bear the burden.
- Faith Chapel
Sep 27, 2019 · Weakness is an opportunity for God to work powerfully in our lives. Even when our flesh and heart fail us, He is the strength of our heart (Psalm 73:26). As we reflect on the areas of our lives where we know we are weak, in whatever capacity that is, may we look to Jesus and ponder how He works through our weaknesses for His glory.
Aug 31, 2023 · God’s response, however, is a “no,” or, more specifically, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” (verse 9). God’s reply brings comfort to Paul, who realizes the purpose of the thorn.
He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. New Living Translation. He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. English Standard Version. He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Berean Standard Bible.
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Jul 14, 1991 · Finally, God’s purpose in our weaknesses is to glorify the grace and power of his Son. This is the main point of verses 9–10. Jesus says, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” God’s design is to make you a showcase for Jesus’s power.
