2 Corinthians chapter 11 verses 30-31 (NIV)
If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness. The God and Father of the Lord Jesus, who is to be praised forever, knows that I am not lying.
We all like a bit of praise and encouragement when we have done something well, and perhaps feel a little proud of a job well done.
But I don’t think there is anyone who would willingly boast of their failures, their mistakes or their weaknesses. Except Paul.
Paul recognised that in going public about his own weaknesses, he could show how much he had to rely on God, and thus in turn, how much God moved through him. He knew he couldn’t rely on his own strength, but could give praise and thanks that God moved through him in might and power. So instead of trying to hide our weaknesses, we should accept them and hand them over to the Lord. He will work miracles through them, and also offer forgiveness for our mistakes.
Dear Lord,
Help me to commit my weaknesses and failures to You, so that they can be tools in Your hands and You will be glorified in them. I ask in Jesus’ Name. Amen.