2 Cor. 11:30 "If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness."
Paul has just chronicled his sufferings as he has traveled throughout the empire spreading the gospel. He's trying to make the point that he isn't doing this work for his benefit. It isn't about him, it's about Christ. Not only does Paul mention his trials, but he also refers to his weaknesses. Surely Paul struggled with things. There were areas in which he was weak. He made mistakes, knew failures, struggled with temptation and sin. He says he will boast of the things that show his weaknesses. In chapter 12, he goes on to explain that in our weaknesses, Christ's power and strength are made perrfect-verses 9 and 10.
I was just thinking about this very concept this morning! In and through my weakness, Jesus is strong. When I am at my worst, Jesus is at his best (as if he can ever not be at his best!) To me this means that when I am weak, I must fully rely on God. When I screw up, all there is, is Jesus. And I screw up a lot! Jesus picks up the slack. He comes through when I am unable to get it right. A lot of people in my profession like to boast about what they've done-things they've accomplished. I need to boast about how I suck and Jesus rules!
Dear Lord, help me to boast about you! Amen.
