A Thorn In The Flesh
And lest I should be exalted above measure by abundance of the revelations, a thorn in the flesh was given to me, a messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure, (2 Corinthians 12:7). Concerning this thing I pleaded with the Lord three times that it might depart from me, (2 Corinthians 12:8). And He said to me . “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness”, (2Corinthians 12:9-10).
Living Life is an ever-present reality in this fallen world, and there is no way to totally escape it’s grip. As believers in Jesus Christ, we usually turn to the Lord, praying that He will change the situation quickly. I’m sure that is exactly what Paul requested after all he made his request known on three different occasions, However, the Lord’s final answer was that His grace was sufficient. God’s grace for our personal trials is ever and always able to meet us where we are in the trial.
The sufferings God allows in our life are given to us for His good purpose. The apostle’s thorn was designed to provide him with precisely what he needed…. humility. The Lord likewise has care and concern for us, and His intention is for our good and His glory! When He says no to our request for relief, He says yes to something even greater: His all-sufficient grace.
Are you in a season of adversity right now? Do you trust God with your thorns, or are you trying to pull them out? When ever God allows suffering to remain, He gives grace to endure it.
Be Encouraged Today!
As you cooperate with Him and take Joy in His loving Wisdom and sufficiency.
