2 Corinthians 12:9
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.
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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.
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Christ's answer comes after Paul asks repeatedly for his thorn to be removed and the burden remains. Sufficient grace honours dependence in weakness; it should not romanticize suffering or discourage treatment, rest, lament, or help.
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