Christ’s Secret to Strength

“Therefore, I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake—for when I am weak, then am I strong.” II Corinthians 12:10 Truly, the “wisdom of God” is different from the wisdom of men (James 3:13-18)....

His Abiding Power

“. . .Most gladly, therefore, will I rather glory in my infirmities that the Power of Christ may rest upon me.” II Corinthians 12:9b He’s our “Partner in pain” and it is His Power that sustains. What do you need today, Pilgrim, to help you make it through the day?...

When Prayers Seemingly Go Unanswered

“For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.” II Corinthians 12:8 Trying times call for tenacious trust. “Please, Lord. Please take away this thorn.” That’s the way Paul prayed as he grappled with his “thorn in the flesh” (v.7b). We don’t...

God’s Sufficient Grace

“And He said unto me, ‘My Grace is sufficient for you—for My Strength is made perfect in weakness.’ Most gladly, therefore, will I rather glory in my infirmities that that Power of Christ may rest upon me.” II Corinthians 12:9 Regardless of our circumstances, our God...

The Fleeing Darkness

“O death, where is your sting? O grave, where is your victory?” I Corinthians 15:55 Because of His Victory, we also have victory and need never fear the “unknown” or its shadows. Slowly, ever so slowly, the massive stone began to roll back in its channel. No hands...

The Rising Son

“But unto you that fear My Name shall the Sun of Righteousness arise with healing in His wings. . .” Malachi 4:2a Darkness flees when the Son arises. Malachi had no way of knowing the ins-and-outs of his prophecy in today’s Manna, but the meaning is clear to those who...