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                                                     November 30, 2008

VERSE:
   If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my
weakness.
    -- 2 Corinthians 11:30
      

THOUGHT:
   One of Paul's recurring themes throughout 2 Corinthians is that
God's strength is made perfect in weakness. In 1 Corinthians, he
emphasizes that the strength, wisdom, and power of God are shown in
what is normally a sign of weakness and humiliation -- the Cross
(cf. 1 Cor. 1:18-2:5). Paul wasn't a wimp -- remember all he
endured and kept on serving the Lord. (2 Cor. 11:24-27) He just
knew that even with all his training and talent, he wasn't skilled,
smart, or strong enough to do all that needed to be done for the
Kingdom of God. But he knew that when we recognize our
insufficiency, God takes our weakness and uses it powerfully when
we offer ourselves to him!

PRAYER:
   Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for all those times that you
have strengthened me when I was under trial, given me wisdom when
in a difficult situation, or empowered me when I faced situations
and opportunities greater than my ability to handle. I recognize
that you saved me by your grace; but each day that I serve you, I
am again reminded that your grace continues to enable me to serve
you. Thank you, in Jesus' name. Amen.

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