THANK GOD FOR THE THORNS
II CORINTHIANS 12:1-10
INTRODUCTION: Here’s another little outline. Some of it I borrowed and some of it is of my own making – I think.
I. The Revelation of God – Picture of Paradise (1-6)
A. The Perspective: (1-3)
B. The Place: (2, 4)
C. The Product: (4-6)
II. The Aggravation of Satan – Picture of Pain (7-8)
A. The Reason for the Aggravation: (7)
B. The Request about the Aggravation: (8)
III. The Transformation of Paul – Picture of Power (9-10)
A. Thorns Prevent Pride: (7)
B. Thorns Produce Prayer: (8)
C. Thorns Perfect Power: (9)
D. Thorns Promote Praise: (9)
E. Thorns Prompt Patience: (10)
CONCLUSION:
