2 Corinthians 12:7-10
“And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. 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 may rest upon me. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.”

What does 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 mean?
2 Corinthians 12:7-10 (KJV) states: "And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. For this thing I besought the Lord…
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In the book of 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul reveals an intimate part of his spiritual journey, one that resonates with believers through the ages. In 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 (KJV), he writes, "And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations…
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O Heavenly Father, I come before Thee today, acknowledging Thy infinite wisdom and grace. As I reflect upon the words of Paul in 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, I am reminded of the profound truth that Thou art with us even in our weakest moments. "And lest I should be exalted above…
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