When I Am Weak, Then I Am Strong | 2 Corinthians 12

An episode of the Daily Hope with Pastor John S. Dickerson podcast, hosted by John S. Dickerson, titled "When I Am Weak, Then I Am Strong | 2 Corinthians 12" was published on March 14, 2026 and runs 5 minutes.

March 14, 2026 ·5m · Daily Hope with Pastor John S. Dickerson

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Summary

What if your greatest weakness could become the place where you experience God’s power the most?In 2 Corinthians 12, the apostle Paul describes a painful “thorn in the flesh.” He prayed repeatedly for God to remove it, but instead God gave him a powerful promise: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”In today’s Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares how this promise became real in his own life during a frightening season of severe neurological migraines that temporarily took away his ability to speak and think clearly. Through that weakness, God revealed a deeper truth—His power often enters our lives through the very places where we feel weakest.Paul eventually wrote, “When I am weak, then I am strong.” This message reminds us that weakness doesn’t disqualify us from God’s work. In fact, it may be the very doorway through which His power flows.If this encouraged you, share it with someone who may be walking through suffering today. Subscribe for daily biblical encouragement and tell us in the comments: where have you experienced God’s strength in your weakness?Text “DAILY” to 71093 to receive Daily Hope videos sent to your phone every day.

Episode Description

What if your greatest weakness could become the place where you experience God’s power the most? In 2 Corinthians 12, the apostle Paul describes a painful “thorn in the flesh.” He prayed repeatedly for God to remove it, but instead God gave him a powerful promise: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” In today’s Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares how this promise became real in his own life during a frightening season of severe neurological migraines that temporarily took away his ability to speak and think clearly. Through that weakness, God revealed a deeper truth—His power often enters our lives through the very places where we feel weakest. Paul eventually wrote, “When I am weak, then I am strong.” This message reminds us that weakness doesn’t disqualify us from God’s work. In fact, it may be the very doorway through which His power flows. If this encouraged you, share it with someone who may be walking through suffering today. Subscribe for daily biblical encouragement and tell us in the comments: where have you experienced God’s strength in your weakness? Text “DAILY” to 71093 to receive Daily Hope videos sent to your phone every day. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get podcasts. Download the CP+ Spiritual Fitness App for more. More resources: https://cp.church #DailyHope #StrengthInWeakness #2Corinthians12 #ChristianEncouragement