2 Corinthians 12:8,9 - Sermon Bible Commentary

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2 Corinthians 12:8-9

Strength in Weakness.

I. We have here the instinctive shrinking from that which tortured the flesh, which takes refuge in prayer.

II. We have, next, the insight into the source of strength for, and the purpose of, the thorn that could not be taken away.

III. Lastly, there is the calm final acquiescence in the loving necessity of continued sorrow.

A. Maclaren, The Unchanging Christ,p. 159.

Reference: 2 Corinthians 12:8-10. F. W. Robertson, Lectures on Corinthians,p. 446.

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2 Corinthians 12:8-9

8 For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.

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.