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What does the Bible say about prayer in affliction?

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The Bible teaches that prayer in times of affliction is a means of seeking God's strength and grace, as exemplified by Paul's experience in 2 Corinthians 12.

In 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, the Apostle Paul recounts his experience of praying to God to remove a 'thorn in the flesh.' His request highlights the importance of turning to God in prayer during times of trial and suffering. God’s answer to Paul—'My grace is sufficient for thee, for my strength is made perfect in weakness'—reveals that in our affliction, we can find strength through God’s grace. Rather than removing our trials, God often uses them to draw us closer to Him, teaching us reliance on His power rather than our own.
Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Psalm 102:1-2, 1 Peter 5:7, Acts 16:25-26

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