Few if any of God’s people have ever been free from some kind of hindrance – whether physical, emotional, or oppositional. And here Paul beseechs the Lord three times for his “thorn in the flesh” to be removed. But instead, the Lord allowed it to remain. And in doing so will show Paul that despite it remaining, God’s grace will bring to perfection & accomplish His divine purposes in Paul’s life. This promise gave Paul tremendous strength & encouragement. For as he wrote in Philippians 4:11-14, he realized he had to solely rely on Christ’s power, “For I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content…For I can do all things through Him that strengthens me.” Paul was able to face all circumstances that came up regardless of his hindrance…desiring to impress on his readers and us the same lesson.
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