Exodus 28:15-43; Psalms 74:1-75:10; Acts 16:16-40
For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. 2 Corinthians 12:8
Many Christians have problems that will not go away—often in the form of bad health. God is able to remove the problems but sometimes He doesn’t. In Paul’s experience this prevented pride coming to the surface. God hates pride. He has promised to give you sufficient grace to endure the suffering. Let us rejoice in the grace given and not complain of our problem. Praise will often overcome pride and help ease the pain. —Brian Russell
Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come,
Let this blest assurance control,
That Christ hath regarded my helpless estate
And has shed His own blood for my soul. —Horatio Spafford