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what personal constraints or limitations do we face that might, in fact, be opportunities for good?

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2 Corinthians 12:9

He has said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me.

This verse is part of Paul's letter to the church in Corinth, written around 55-57 AD. Paul is defending his apostolic authority and sharing a very personal experience about a persistent, unspecified difficulty he calls a 'thorn in the flesh,' and how he learned to see it through God's perspective.

What might it look like to embrace a personal limitation, not as a failure, but as a space where something unexpected can grow?

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  • Romans 5:3-5

    Paul speaks of rejoicing in suffering, as it produces perseverance and hope.

  • Philippians 4:11-13

    Paul describes learning contentment in all circumstances, able to do all things through Christ who strengthens him.

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