“Paul’s Thorn” is a topic that has intrigued many, and Apostle and Teacher Frederick K.C. Price sheds light on this enigmatic issue. Let’s explore the essence of his teaching:

1. The Thorn’s Mystery:

   • In his second letter to the Corinthians, Paul acknowledges a thorn in the flesh given to him.
   • The metaphorical term “thorn” suggests something lodged within him, but its exact nature remains elusive.

2. Interpretations and Speculations:

   • Commentators have proposed various interpretations:
     • Anxiety: Some view the thorn as anxiety, given the pressures of Paul’s ministry.
     • Opponent in Ministry: Others speculate it represents an opponent or adversary.
     • Physical Malady: Some even suggest physical ailments, such as partial blindness due to Paul’s Damascus Road experience.
   • Despite these opinions, the specifics remain uncertain.

3. The Thorn’s Purpose:

   • Paul clarifies that the thorn serves a specific purpose: to prevent conceit.
   • His revelations could have led to pride, but the thorn humbled him.
   • Satan is not the giver of this thorn; it serves to keep Paul reliant on God’s grace.

4. Jesus’ Response:

   • When Paul pleads for its removal, Jesus responds, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” (2 Cor 12:9).
   • The thorn highlights God’s strength in human weakness.

In summary, Apostle Price emphasizes that God’s grace sustains us even in our weaknesses. The thorn, mysterious yet purposeful, reminds us of our dependence on God’s sufficiency.