2 Corinthians 12:7-10

A thorn in the flesh 2 Corinthians 12:7-10: Paul said that one of Satan's angels was sent to make him suffer terribly. He felt that the purpose of this was to keep him from becoming conceited. This messenger of Satan brought a thorn in the flesh to torment Paul. The throne is described as "something that excites severe and constant pain, probably some bodily infirmity." Paul begged the Lord three times to take the thorn in the flesh away. God's reply was, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." God power is best seen when we are weak.

Paul realized that his strength came through his weakness. Therefore, he said that he was glad to be weak, insulted, mistreated or to have troubles and sufferings, if it is for the sake of Christ. Paul endured this suffering with the desire that good would come to his own soul and to the kingdom of God. He found strength in his own weakness.