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Perseverance of the Saints
Paul describes a thorn in the flesh given lest he be exalted above measure. He prayed three times for its removal, but Christ answered that His grace was sufficient. Scripture does not identify the thorn precisely, so proposed identifications remain theories.
Key KJV Scriptures:
2 Corinthians 12:7-10
Key KJV Scriptures: Full Text
4 indexed verses · Showing 1–4. Read each passage in its chapter context.
2 Corinthians 12:7 (KJV)
And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.
2 Corinthians 12:8 (KJV)
For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.
2 Corinthians 12:9 (KJV)
And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
2 Corinthians 12:10 (KJV)
Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.