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Therefore I delight in weaknesses, in [a]insults, in distresses, in persecutions, in difficulties, in behalf of Christ; for when I am weak, then I am strong. --- 2 Corinthians 12:10When we are strong in abilities or resources, we are tempted to do God’s work on our own, and that can lead to pride. When we are weak, allowing God to fill us with his power, then we are stronger than we could ever be on our own. God does not intend for us to be weak, passive, or ineffective---life provides enough hindrances and setbacks without us creating them. When those obstacles come, we must depend on God. Only his power will make us effective for him and will help us do work that has lasting value.--- Life Application Study Bible notes