Beat Up, But Still Upbeat

Paul’s life speaks volumes to us about the reality of adversity and how to overcome it.    According to our text, he was hard pressed on every side, “but not crushed.”  He was perplexed, “but not in despair.”  He was persecuted, “but not abandoned.”  He was struck down, “but not destroyed.”  With God’s help, the Apostle Paul emerged as one who was beat up, but still upbeat.  How did he maintain this amazing outlook in the face of suffering?  What can we learn from Paul’s example? Let’s examine the text more closely to find out. Scripture from II Corinthians 4:5-12.

Beat Up, But Still Upbeat