“If I must needs glory, I will glory of the
things which concern mine infirmities.” 2 Cor 11:30
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the perspective Paul testifies to; his glory is in what God has done, not
predicated on what He will do. Paul found his strength; testimony and glory in
the numerous afflictions God had faithfully brought him through. This fueled
his faith and witness for God and kept him encouraged for tomorrow knowing; God
has the final say in all trials we face, just as Peter was delivered from the hands
of Herod. Christians are prone to focus
on what they fear or want rather than what they have been given and delivered from.
This creates a consumer Christianity mindset; as long as we are getting from God
we find glory in God. Be cautious in letting your glory in the Lord to be based
on what He’s going to do rather than what He has done. Rejoice “of” the things God has done, this is
your testimony for others to see God’s goodness (faithfulness) to His children.
Live
(testify) in a way that allows others to see the goodness “OF” God in you!
HSAY…Todd
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