All the experiences God led me through drew me closer to His love and formed me into someone who better reflected His image. I've learned many lessons about who I am, how to take accountability, who to trust, when to be quiet, how to love, and how to move forward. 

Paul reminded the church that regardless of his qualifications (of which there were many), he knew that a Christian’s true value was not based on achievements or the approval of peers but on God’s grace and power. This power allows believers to endure hardship, embrace weaknesses, and live with praise.