“But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” – 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (ESV)
Men: For most of us, this apparent paradox can be particularly difficult to comprehend and implement in our daily lives. From infancy, we’re taught that to be a “real man” involves remaining strong, independent, and in control when the world seems to be crashing in around us. And while we’re certainly called to lead our families with courage and compassion, it’s only when we recognize that our true strength comes from being reliant on, and obedient to our Heavenly Father that we can be the powerful men God desires us to be. Only in our weakness before Him, can we truly find His strength.
Hi, I’m Phil Malmstrom, a.k.a. Phather Phil. I’m self-employed, father of two wonderful young men, an ordained minister who delights in spreading Jesus’ Message of Hope and Love, a science-fiction junkie, an aspiring photographer and above all that one of God’s Children who rejoices in His Blessings each day. 
Such great encouragement, Phil. We all need to learn to be dependent on Him and not self.
Amen, Phather Phil! Great inspiration for men AND women today!
Blessings always!
We are only truly strong when we are relying on Him. I want to be completely dependent on God’s strength.
Phil,
There are have been a few very well known people who have at times announced publicly that God is a crutch for weak minded people, it is through my weaknesses that His power shines, I rest in His peace knowing that I do not have carry the burden of what much of the world carries, I am depending on God.
Blessings.