7 Therefore, to keep me from becoming overly proud, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger from the Adversary to pound away at me, so that I wouldn’t grow conceited. 8 Three times I begged the Lord to take this thing away from me; 9 but he told me, “My grace is enough for you, for my power is brought to perfection in weakness.” Therefore, I am very happy to boast about my weaknesses, in order that the Messiah’s power will rest upon me. 10 Yes, I am well pleased with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions and difficulties endured on behalf of the Messiah; for it is when I am weak that I am strong. [source]
Pound away at me, he said. Aren’t you looking forward to meeting Paul? I suspect I am older (or at least close) than he was when he penned these words but I am nowhere near close to the well pleased-ness he speaks of here. But there’s hope! :)
I hope your weekends are pleasant, restful, and filled with holy worship.
Day 135 of 2015 ~ ~ Repentance. Perhaps our greatest need ~~~ Kathie
We call this the Butterfly Plant. We are hoping it will attract many butterflies to our front yard.
Butterflies.
The Butterfly Effect. By Andy Andrews. Perhaps you have heard of the book. And if not, at least, enjoy this YouTube by Andy Andrews because YOU matter!
Day 126 of 2015 ~ ~ Repentance. Perhaps our greatest need ~~~ Kathie Need someone to come alongside to pray with you? email me
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