When Weakness Becomes the Way EP 264
from Excelling in Christ Hosted by Clarence Fell
I used to think strength meant control, physical ability, financial security, and personal success. But what happens when all that fails? What if the very thing that weakens us — the thorn in our side — is actually God’s way of drawing us closer to Him? In this episode, we dive deep into 2 Corinthians 12 and the profound lesson Paul learned through his "thorn in the flesh." We trace his journey from pleading for relief to finding contentment in weakness. Why? Because Paul discovered a secret: when he was weak, then he was strong. Through real-life examples and biblical wisdom, I explore how our personal struggles whether it’s aging, illness, betrayal, or failure, are not obstacles but doorways. Doorways to spiritual growth. To transformation. To a deeper trust in the God who doesn’t always remove the thorn but always walks with us through it. This isn’t about ignoring pain or pretending everything is fine. It’s about learning to see weakness not as failure, but as the very place where God’s power is most visible. If you’ve been pleading with God to take something away, this episode might just help you see why He hasn’t.
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