2 Corinthians 12:9

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2 Corinthians 12:9
And he said to me: My grace is sufficient for thee; for power is made perfect in infirmity. Gladly therefore will I glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may dwell in me.

Any commentary on what would be the traditional interpretation of the meaning of this passage. What does, “power is made perfect in infirmity mean?”

Is Christ saying it is more of a interesting challenge to him to contest the demon while it is in Paul versus simply casting out the demon? What does he mean by “perfect” here?
 
When we are strong (not infirm), we tend to place more emphasis on our own abilities rather than the changing power of God.

Another rendering is “Strength (of God) through weakness (human condition)”, or, “by weakness I am made strong”, indicating that we can only experience the strength and richness of Christ when weak and poor (in spirit).

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When we are strong (not infirm), we tend to place more emphasis on our own abilities rather than the changing power of God.

Another rendering is “Strength (of God) through weakness (human condition)”, or, “by weakness I am made strong”, indicating that we can only experience the strength and richness of Christ when weak and poor (in spirit).

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That was said with eloquience and humility. Beautiful are the words of truth, when professed with love and patience!😃
 
It is similiar to David and Goliath. Little boy against giant. God strength, power, and presence is shown thru weakness. Because weakness cannot win over strength any other way. And therefore God shows himself and his glory thru the weak and humble.

This is the same reasoning that God asks us to do triffling things where the results are great.
For example there is a ruler in the old testiment who was told by a prophet to wash in a river if he wished to be cured of his illness. This ruler thought it silly and would not consider it. But one of his advisors suggested that he had nothing to lose and everything to gain. So the ruler change his mind and made a long trip to bath in the river. And of course he was cured. A trifling thing with such a big result.

Here is another example of a little thing with big results.

Here is some important info about the Miraculous Medal, one of Mother Teresa’s
favorites.

“Have a medal struck… All who wear it will receive GREAT graces; they should wear it around the neck. GRACES will ABOUND for persons who wear it with CONFIDENCE.”
From the mother of Jesus spoken to sister Catherine Laboure 1830.
Later Mary said, “… it must be given to the whole world and to every person.”

“Great graces are often attached to what seems trifling.” St. Margaret Mary Alacoque

“The devotions we practice in honor of the glorious Virgin Mary, however trifling they be, are very pleasing to her divine Son, …” St. Teresa of Jesus

During this apparition, Mary’s hands had 3 rings on each finger. Each ring gave off
rays of colored light. A few rings did not. Mary said that the lights radiating from
the rings are graces that people ASK for. The rings that didn’t radiate she said
were graces not given because they were NOT asked for.

Have it blessed. The devil hates blessed objects. Keep it on all all times.
Wear her medal in her honor because the devil can’t stand her either.

Then say, “Mary I am asking now for great graces which
you promised to those who ask and believe in what you said.”
Trust her, it works. She is the mother of God. Would she lie?
Your mother wants to help you. It is her wish for you. She promised and she will diliver.

“Great graces are often attached to what seems trifling.” St. Margaret Mary Alacoque
Code:
[legionofmary.org/MiracMedal.html](http://www.legionofmary.org/MiracMedal.html)
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“Yes, blessed is she who BELIEVED that the PROMISE made her by the Lord would be FULFILLED.”
(Lk. 1;45) St. Elizabeth extolling Mary for her complete trust in God’s promise.
 
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