Rev. Adam DeGroot, Calvary Lutheran Church, Rio Ranch, NM joins Rev. Brady Finnern to study 2 Corinthians 11:16-33. Paul lowers himself to the level of the “super” apostles to boast in his accomplishments.  This submission proves that the Christian life is not a life of perfection, but of persecution, brokenness, and pain.  Yet, in Paul’s weakness and ours, our LORD Jesus reminds us that He became weak for us and  promises to be with us.  “O LORD, be our strength when we suffer.  Grant us peace to stay with You and the hope of Your forgiving grace.  Lord have mercy.  Amen”