When I was in seminary they taught us not to talk about ourselves when we were preaching. Apparently, St. Paul did not get that lesson. “What anyone dares to boast of (I am speaking in foolishness) I also dare.” The Apostle goes on to list all that he has gone through. But he calls this “foolishness” and “crazy talk” because St. Paul realizes that whatever he has accomplished has not been because of how great he is but because of what God has been able to do with the likes of him. “If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness.” So with us — our weaknesses and limitations are used by God for some good end if we only trust.
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By Church Staff
