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The Hidden Glory of Weakness

The Nature of Divine Glory

• There exists a glory that is unrecognized by the world, characterized as hidden and silent, yet shines brightly in God's eyes. This glory emerges from weakness rather than strength.

• This divine glory is not popular or attractive; it is not celebrated in motivational talks but is sought by God in His children. It embodies living out the cross as a lifestyle.

The Cross as a Way of Life

• Living the cross involves daily loss for Christ to gain, requiring constant dying to self so that His life can flow freely. True revelation of God's glory occurs only on this path.

• Human strength cannot glorify God; He does not share His glory with anyone. Until our natural abilities are broken, the concept of the cross remains merely theoretical.

Embracing Weakness for Strength

• Paul emphasizes boasting in weaknesses so that Christ's power may rest upon him, highlighting that true strength manifests when human effort ceases.

• To truly live this principle, one must undergo processes where personal strength fails—experiencing emotional turmoil and spiritual deserts akin to biblical figures like Paul and Moses.

The Process of Brokenness

• Before being used by God, individuals often experience breaking and emptying. The cross liberates rather than destroys; it frees us from self for Christ's life to flow without hindrance.

• Many Christians accept the doctrine of the cross but reject its experiential reality, clinging to their reputations while preaching surrender.

The Challenge of Internalizing the Cross

• A soul desiring to serve God on its own terms avoids true submission and suffering. However, Jesus was perfected through suffering (Hebrews 5:8), setting an example for all believers.

• Believers often seek resurrection life without first experiencing death—wanting victory without battle or authority without brokenness leads to spiritual sterility despite outward activity.

Transformation Through Suffering

• The journey through pain transforms character rather than just language; it releases us from needing validation or recognition from others.

• When one has been broken by the cross, they no longer live for themselves but instead seek to please God alone—true spiritual utility begins here.

Daily Manifestation of the Cross

• Those who have died spiritually live differently—they prioritize depth over visibility and faithfulness over applause.

• Living out the cross manifests in everyday choices: yielding one's position, forgiving unconditionally, seeking Christ instead of attention during trials.

Conclusion: Living Out Spiritual Reality

• The essence of carrying one's cross lies not in grand gestures but in small daily decisions reflecting internal posture towards life—choosing spirit over flesh reveals God's glory through our lives.

The Power of Christ in Surrender

The Invincibility of Surrender

• True power in Christ is demonstrated by individuals who cease to fight for themselves, becoming invincible not through strength but because they have nothing left to lose.

• This surrender leads to freedom; believers begin to view trials as divine shaping rather than punishments or failures.

The Struggle with the Self

• Many believers possess the life of Christ within them, yet it remains unexpressed due to an intact self that continues to react and judge.

• Jesus' teaching emphasizes that the death of self is essential for spiritual growth, not merely an advanced stage for a few.

The Conflict of the Soul

• The soul resists death, desiring service without sacrifice and love without pain. This resistance hinders spiritual maturity.

• God orchestrates circumstances that challenge our souls, waiting for us to yield our will in favor of His.

Transformation Through Submission

• True transformation begins when we stop asking God to change our circumstances and instead request personal change.

• This process is gradual and requires ongoing cooperation with God; resisting it leads to repeated lessons until acceptance occurs.

The Nature of Spiritual Growth

• A person shaped by the cross may seem insignificant but holds great value before God due to their lack of self-interest.

• Continuous learning through the cross means there’s always more depth for believers; complacency indicates a return of self-centeredness.

Trials as Tools for Growth

• Specific trials are allowed by God not for destruction but to reveal areas where we have yet to die to ourselves.

• These challenges can be painful but serve as instruments for forming Christ's image within us, leading us toward true liberation from self.

Embracing God's Love Through Surrender

• When the self dies, relationships and environments transform positively as one no longer lives selfishly but serves others genuinely.

• [] (No timestamp provided here.) True glory manifests not in public acclaim but in quiet transformation and deep obedience.

La Gloria de la Cruz

La Transformación a Través de la Debilidad

• La gloria que se comparte proviene de aceptar la debilidad humana, transformando la cruz en un camino real y no solo una doctrina.

• Se enfatiza el discernimiento del espíritu sobre la lógica útil; el verdadero crecimiento espiritual valora el proceso transformador más que la comodidad.

• Las puertas cerradas y sueños perdidos pueden ser herramientas divinas para provocar muerte al alma y resurrección verdadera, desafiando nuestra percepción de pérdida.

El Proceso de Quebrantamiento

• El trabajo de Dios comienza en nuestra voluntad, no en nuestra mente; si no estamos rendidos, incluso el conocimiento puede volverse peligroso.

• La madurez espiritual se mide por cuánto hemos muerto a nosotros mismos, no por lo que sabemos; los tratos divinos nos exponen para mostrar lo que aún necesita ser crucificado.

Reconocimiento y Rendición

• Momentos de rechazo o falta de reconocimiento revelan áreas donde aún estamos vivos; estos son llamados divinos a rendirnos más profundamente.

• Aceptar la cruz trae limpieza y libertad; diferencia entre creyentes almáticos (que buscan gloria sin quebranto) y espirituales (que desean a Cristo a cualquier costo).

Autoridad Espiritual Verdadera

• La verdadera autoridad espiritual proviene de la rendición, no de títulos o imposiciones verbales; cuando morimos al yo, dejamos atrás la necesidad de reconocimiento humano.

• Nuestra fuente de alegría y seguridad se encuentra en el Señor, manifestándose en acciones desinteresadas dentro de la comunidad e iglesia.