I have come to understand this passage to mean that Paul had the authority given to him to overcome the messenger of Satan that tormented him. God's grace was sufficient, meaning that Paul needed only to exercise his authority over the torment.
I'm not saying that my interpretation is correct, but it makes the most sense to me.
Blessings to you, Dr. Tenpenny.
I'm so thankful to God for you and your wisdom in healthcare!
"The LORD always gives us more than we asked for, something even better."
"Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think." Ephesians 3:20 NLT
"This verse has always been perplexing to me. Why is it said so many times in the Word, "If you ask with belief, Your prayers will be answered," and yet Paul's prayer for healing and relief from his suffering was not granted?" Sherri
She lay in bed riddled with cancer. Yes, these were her last moments with us before my sister Joan's departure to Heaven. Even with the morphine to reduce her pain, she still suffered without any relief. Her bodily organs were shutting down, starting in her colon, then to her kidneys, and her lungs and brain became infected as well. Only nine months had transpired since they first detected it.
Things worsened quickly, but she wasn't alone in this journey because her best friend at Church was going through the same thing. She, too, was battling cancer and was relying on GOD to heal her 100%, to give her the miracle she prayed for. Yes, she believed that the LORD would do it without any doubts, just like my sister Joan did. A few months earlier, her friend at Church died of that same cancer and went on to Heaven. Things didn't happen as she believed they would, and this saddened my sister greatly.
I remember like it was yesterday sitting on the bed next to my dear Joan, who I Loved more than life itself, saying to my sister if I could die in your place, I would right now with no hesitation, she said I know you would James, but what bothers me most is I didn't get my miracle, GOD didn't heal my body as I asked, prayed for, and believed without any doubt. So, I started praying as I sat on the bed beside her, asking the LORD.
"What should I tell her?"
"What happened LORD?"
"Why didn't she get what she asked for, her miracle?"
And then, without much delay, the LORD said, to me as clear as day, tell her that she did get the miracle she asked for. But I'm giving her something even better. Instead of healing that broken-down body, I'm going to give her a brand new one that is perfect. Tell her that, James.
"Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you unblemished in His glorious presence, with great joy." Jude 1:24 BSB
Yes, unblemished.
GOD bless you all!
10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) | Maranatha! Music, Worship
Dr. Tenpenny, I am so grateful for your prayers. Every time I wonder if my faith is being tested, you seem to bring me a message of confirmation. The Lord led me to 1 Peter 5:6-11 before my test came. He said, "My grace is sufficient".
Psalm 13 is a lament that cries out to the Lord in a time of great affliction. It also gives us hope. The Lord is always with us and always near. Keep praying. I a grateful for your Substack articles. Thank you.
I just shared something so very similar with a friend this morning regarding prayers for healing that didn't get answered physically. But the lessons and the growth i experienced throughout the circumstance was of so much more value as it brought me into a much closer relationship with the Lord! Thank you for posting this today as I am receiving it as confirmation from the Lord that I have been on the correct path! To God be ALL the Glory!
Dr. Tenpenny thank you for today’s reading. “Lord, take it away…” spoke to my very heavy heart! Your ability to phrase God’s word in such a clear honest sincerity, brought comfort to my heart. I feel his presences and grace. Thank you Laurie
This is truly an honest and heart felt message today. You continue to share openly with us all, your feelings and faith. I am always strongly guided by the passages you send and how you personally interpret them. So many times we all feel overcome by situational things that are as the thorne in Paul's side. But when we can step beyond these troubling times, we can feel the Grace of God. My heart has been tender of late and I know I must give everything to him. I sit in wonderment of rather I deserve his Grace. But when I let his spirit open up my wounds, Iknow then I am a Child of God and he has placed me where I am for a reason. I pray for you Sherri, and am very thankful to you for the many Blessings you bestow in your writings.
I have come to understand this passage to mean that Paul had the authority given to him to overcome the messenger of Satan that tormented him. God's grace was sufficient, meaning that Paul needed only to exercise his authority over the torment.
I'm not saying that my interpretation is correct, but it makes the most sense to me.
Blessings to you, Dr. Tenpenny.
I'm so thankful to God for you and your wisdom in healthcare!
Thank u Dr. Tenpenny for this . Also, an important week ahead for the truth warriors. 🙌🏼🙏.
"The LORD always gives us more than we asked for, something even better."
"Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think." Ephesians 3:20 NLT
"This verse has always been perplexing to me. Why is it said so many times in the Word, "If you ask with belief, Your prayers will be answered," and yet Paul's prayer for healing and relief from his suffering was not granted?" Sherri
She lay in bed riddled with cancer. Yes, these were her last moments with us before my sister Joan's departure to Heaven. Even with the morphine to reduce her pain, she still suffered without any relief. Her bodily organs were shutting down, starting in her colon, then to her kidneys, and her lungs and brain became infected as well. Only nine months had transpired since they first detected it.
Things worsened quickly, but she wasn't alone in this journey because her best friend at Church was going through the same thing. She, too, was battling cancer and was relying on GOD to heal her 100%, to give her the miracle she prayed for. Yes, she believed that the LORD would do it without any doubts, just like my sister Joan did. A few months earlier, her friend at Church died of that same cancer and went on to Heaven. Things didn't happen as she believed they would, and this saddened my sister greatly.
I remember like it was yesterday sitting on the bed next to my dear Joan, who I Loved more than life itself, saying to my sister if I could die in your place, I would right now with no hesitation, she said I know you would James, but what bothers me most is I didn't get my miracle, GOD didn't heal my body as I asked, prayed for, and believed without any doubt. So, I started praying as I sat on the bed beside her, asking the LORD.
"What should I tell her?"
"What happened LORD?"
"Why didn't she get what she asked for, her miracle?"
And then, without much delay, the LORD said, to me as clear as day, tell her that she did get the miracle she asked for. But I'm giving her something even better. Instead of healing that broken-down body, I'm going to give her a brand new one that is perfect. Tell her that, James.
"Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you unblemished in His glorious presence, with great joy." Jude 1:24 BSB
Yes, unblemished.
GOD bless you all!
10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) | Maranatha! Music, Worship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHnVKrpWnkI
love this. thank you!
I needed this more than you can imagine. Thank you for all you do! God bless!
I'm glad I could be there for you.
Dr. Tenpenny, I am so grateful for your prayers. Every time I wonder if my faith is being tested, you seem to bring me a message of confirmation. The Lord led me to 1 Peter 5:6-11 before my test came. He said, "My grace is sufficient".
Psalm 13 is a lament that cries out to the Lord in a time of great affliction. It also gives us hope. The Lord is always with us and always near. Keep praying. I a grateful for your Substack articles. Thank you.
Thank you for this.
Thank you.
Amen.🙏🏻
Amen! Merci!
I just shared something so very similar with a friend this morning regarding prayers for healing that didn't get answered physically. But the lessons and the growth i experienced throughout the circumstance was of so much more value as it brought me into a much closer relationship with the Lord! Thank you for posting this today as I am receiving it as confirmation from the Lord that I have been on the correct path! To God be ALL the Glory!
Dr. Tenpenny thank you for today’s reading. “Lord, take it away…” spoke to my very heavy heart! Your ability to phrase God’s word in such a clear honest sincerity, brought comfort to my heart. I feel his presences and grace. Thank you Laurie
Thank you Dr. Tenpenney, much needed message to remind me Our Lord’ Grace is sufficient. Nice Prayer.
And as Paul wrote to the Philippians 3:10
that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection,
and the fellowship of His sufferings,
being conformed to His death, if, by any means, I may attain to the resurrection from the dead.
This is truly an honest and heart felt message today. You continue to share openly with us all, your feelings and faith. I am always strongly guided by the passages you send and how you personally interpret them. So many times we all feel overcome by situational things that are as the thorne in Paul's side. But when we can step beyond these troubling times, we can feel the Grace of God. My heart has been tender of late and I know I must give everything to him. I sit in wonderment of rather I deserve his Grace. But when I let his spirit open up my wounds, Iknow then I am a Child of God and he has placed me where I am for a reason. I pray for you Sherri, and am very thankful to you for the many Blessings you bestow in your writings.
Thank you for you thoughts and kind words, Marilyn. Thank you for following my substacks! :)
Inspiring!