16 Thorn in the Flesh: How to Embrace Weakness (2 Corinthians 11)

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In this episode of Wednesday in the Word, we wrestle with one of the most surprising turns in the Christian life: sometimes faith doesn’t bring relief, it brings reliance. Turning to 2 Corinthians 12, we hear Paul the Apostle describe a persistent struggle, a “thorn in the flesh,” and how it becomes the very soil in which Christ’s power grows.

In this week’s episode, we explore:

• Why Paul mentions his weakness and how that challenges our usual ideas of spiritual strength.
• What the “thorn in the flesh” might mean and why God didn’t remove it from Paul’s life.
• The key statement: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”
• How admitting our limitations doesn’t mean giving up; it means opening space for God’s strength.
• Practical ways to live when the problem remains, the promise holds, and you are still waiting.

By the end of this episode you’ll understand that faith isn’t a guarantee of trouble-free living. You’ll feel the freedom that comes when you stop hiding your weakness and let the gospel carry you. And you’ll be equipped to walk through challenges with the confident humility that turns brokenness into a platform for God’s strength.

Series: 2 Corinthians: When Church Hurts

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