Paul briefly hints at two distinct thought discussions but then veers back to focus on Jesus. We can’t help but wonder where this third heaven vision took place and speculate on what the “thorn” was in Paul’s side. I ponder why Paul would simply mention these topics if he wasn’t going to enlighten his audience. There must have been a purpose.
Witnessing the third heaven would have been extremely memorable, but Paul chose to keep those details to himself. We can only imagine what being in the presence of God would have been like. If only Paul had given us a few clues. But he did. He said it was “paradise” and things were “astounding.” Paul seems hesitant to share too much, and that’s okay. He’s given us hope and curiosity in what comes next. We want even more to see this exquisite place someday ourselves. Continue reading “2 Corinthians 12:1-21 – Power in Weakness”
