Paul describes: 'But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.' Weakness as proof of God's power.
I'm an elderly pastor watching my body decline. I've had stroke warnings. My memory isn't what it was. I used to see this as disqualification. I should retire. Let younger, stronger leaders take over. But Paul's words reframe it: my weakness proves that what God has accomplished isn't through my strength. It's through his power.
I'm staying longer. Not because I'm indispensable. Because my weakness makes God more obvious. The congregation sees a fragile, forgetful man preaching with authority. That proves it's the Holy Spirit, not the speaker. That's comforting. I can let go of needing to be impressive.
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