Delight In Difficulties?!

9 But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ's sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong. (2 Corinthians 12:9-10 NIV)

Just like Paul, I’ve lived through weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecution and difficulty, even though I’m young. As long as I live in this temporary world, I will be experiencing hardship, persecution, difficulty etc - I can’t run away from them that easily! I couldn't imagine what Paul felt at that moment when he finally understood that God’s grace truly was sufficient in his life. I know I felt relief reading this scripture, and overflowed with joy realising that the same grace that was provided for Paul, is also provided for me.

I am so glad I was reminded of this truth while reading What happens when women walk in faith by Lysa TerKeurst. I haven’t had the happiest days this week; I’ve actually had quite the opposite. I know that hurdles will always be placed in the race I’m running. The reward at the end of the race is so worth it though, I can’t give up now, even if it may be the easier option. I am thankful that God’s grace is enough, and that He is holding my hand, and won’t let me stumble (Psalm 37:24). He is running the race with me!

I know I will probably forget the value of this scripture during my struggles - I am only human after all. It is so good to know I have a merciful and caring God. I continue to pray that God will be my strength, and shelter, and that He will indeed guide each step I take, one day at a time according to His purpose for my life.

Yours in Christ,
Becky