Paul, the faithful servant of Christ, had a problem. He had what he called a “thorn-in-the-flesh.” The Bible has never told us just what his “thorn” was. Some have thought Paul was referring to his poor eyesight, but it seems that God has always left it open… perhaps to more clearly teach us a principle. The “thorn” may have been …

Praising God as an act of outward obedience is a good thing, but it is only the beginning. If we come to the point where our praise seems to break down, that usually means something more is required. The price is high – and the paying often painful; we must give up that one thing that blocks our relationship with …