Nate Larkin

By YesHeIs on January 27, 2012

From the series Encountering Jesus


I think a lot of us have trouble admitting our weaknesses. I know I do. I love helping others, but when it comes to asking for help, I find it very difficult. I guess I want to seem like I have everything together, and asking for help would mean admitting I don't.

But recently I found myself in a position where I had to let others help me. I went through a very difficult time and I had to rely on my friends and family like never before. It was so uncomfortable! I felt ashamed and weak, like I was a burden to my loved ones.

When I prayed for God to get me out of my situation, I felt Him lead me to a scripture in 2 Corinthians where the Apostle Paul asked God to remove a painful thorn in his side:

"But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me...For when I am weak, then I am strong." (2 Corinthians 12:9-10).

That scripture brought me tremendous encouragement. When I am weak and in need, God's power can shine through me. Because it is not me making something happen, it's God. So the next time I need help I hope that I can bring glory to God and encourage others.

Is there something in your life that you need prayer for but it's hard for you to ask? Please share with us (by commenting below) and together we can "boast about our weaknesses" and glorify God! For when we are weak, then we are strong!!!