Do you focus on your strengths? Let's contrast a modern view of strengths with the Apostle Paul's perspective.   Jesus told Paul that his power was completed, perfected in weakness. That means that our job isn't to be the coolest, or the smartest or to win. Our job is to look weak, to look silly, to follow Jesus no matter what. Jesus' power is made complete by becoming visible, doing the work of Christ without any strength that came through human hands.   How does this change the way you live? If you're not already being changed because of this, it may be time to ask God to show you. And if you are, be encouraged. At the right time, God will show up. You will eventually be vindicated, but through the power of Jesus.   I want to remember that my job in this life may be to lose. I'm called to lose my life for Jesus sake (Matthew 10:39). Check out these other podcasts, too: Mark 8:35 and Luke 17:33.