Glory in Weakness?

2 Corinthians 12:9b KJV
“Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities …”

Why would Paul “glory in his infirmities or weakness?” Scripture tells us that he had problem with something that he asked God for healing power. But God said to Paul, “My grace is sufficient for thee; for My strength is made perfect in weakness” (2 Cor. 12:9a).

It would be helpful to know what glory really is. To us, glory is about heaven, splendor and bliss; complete happiness; joy; feeling of great pleasure or happiness that comes from success, good fortune or a sense of well-being. When we say we give glory to God; we are giving praise, honor and worshipfully praise and giving thanksgiving.

When Paul talk about giving glory about his infirmities, Paul would say, “I rejoice proudly and I am happy that God could use me so much better when I am weak in my body.” Why? “That the power of Christ may rest upon me” (2 Cor.12:9c).

NIV But he said to me (Paul), “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me (2 Cor. 12:9).

Grace is God’s presence, favor, and power. It is a force, a heavenly strength given to those who call upon God. The grace will come upon the faithful believer who accepts his weaknesses and difficulties for the gospel’s sake. So therefore let us “glory in our weakness” so that Christ’s power may be upon us. Did you get this? Does it blow your mind? Paul tells us to “glory in your weakness” so that Christ’s power may come upon us.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, this is something beyond our mind to understand what You are working on us. Glory in weakness? Teach us to experience this so we know what Your Word is talking about. Holy Spirit, our Helper, help us to grasp this deep meaning of “Glory in our weakness” in Jesus’ name I pray. Amen!

So trust God today!

Dorothy