What Was Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh?

[What Was Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh? (2 Corinthians 12)]( Dane C. Ortlund Why was a thorn given to Paul in the flesh? What was the thorn? Was this the Lord’s doing or Satan’s? How did Paul respond to this affliction? Dane C. Ortlund unpacks this passage and what it means for us as Christians. [Keep Reading]( Featured Articles [What Does It Mean to Be Fearfully and Wonderfully Made?]( Sam Allberry [Marriage Is a Place for Joyful Sacrifice]( Paul David Tripp [Can We Reshape Ourselves into Whatever We Want?]( Carl R. Trueman Get a free ebook by telling us a little bit about yourself! [Take 1-Minute Survey]( Crossway+ Offer 30% OFF + FREE EBOOK [Caring for One Another]( [8 Ways to Cultivate Meaningful Relationships]( Ed Welch guides small groups through 8 lessons aimed at helping ordinary Christians create a community where people bear one another’s burdens and care for each other in times of trouble. Regular Price: $8.99 [Crossway+: $6.29]( Don’t have a Crossway+ account? [Sign up for free.]( [“Wisdom is not merely knowing the right answers. It’s about living rightly.”]( [—Brett McCracken]( on what wisdom is and isn’t Listen Now What Really Happened at Pentecost? In this interview, Patrick Schreiner discusses the story of Pentecost—a fascinating—but also somewhat confusing—account of the sending of the Holy Spirit to indwell God’s people in a new and powerful way. [Apple Podcasts]( | [Spotify]( | [Crossway]( Featured Video [My Heart Cries Out: A Light in His Hands]( My Heart Cries Out: A Light in His Hands How easily do you turn to Christ to shed light in your life during confusing times? Are you ever burdened to share his light with others who are unaware of his help? Who do you know that needs the light and help of Christ? [Watch Now]( “Therefore, as one trespass led to condemnation for all men, so one act of righteousness leads to justification and life for all men.” [—Romans 5:18]( Connect with Us! [Unsubscribe]( | [Subscribe to our newsletter]( | [View in browser]( Crossway is a not-for-profit Christian ministry that exists solely for the purpose of proclaiming the gospel through publishing gospel-centered, Bible-centered content. Learn more or donate today at [crossway.org/about](. You are receiving this email because you signed up to receive updates from Crossway. Crossway 1300 Crescent St.Wheaton, IL 60187 [Add us to your address book](