Pray the Word with David Platt Sufficient Grace (2 Corinthians 12:8–9)
Nov 10, 2025
Explore the profound theme of God's grace in our weaknesses, as David Platt delves into 2 Corinthians 12:8–9. He discusses Paul's struggle with his 'thorn in the flesh' and highlights how enduring hardships reveals God's perfect power. Platt encourages trusting in divine strength during personal battles and leads a corporate prayer for listeners' struggles. He also intercedes for the Baiswar people of India and missionaries facing persecution, reminding us that even in trials, God's grace is sufficient.
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God's Power In Weakness
- Paul prayed three times for removal, but God answered with sufficiency, not removal.
- David Platt highlights that God's power is perfected in human weakness, revealing deeper purpose in suffering.
Boast To Let Christ's Power Rest
- Paul chooses to boast in weaknesses so Christ's power can rest on him.
- Platt explains this flips human ambition: weakness becomes the stage for divine strength.
Pray For Relief And For Strength
- Pray honestly for relief and trust God's power regardless of the answer.
- Ask God both to remove thorns and to sustain you if they remain, relying on His grace.