Some people are born with a handicap, others develop them over time, and some acquire them due to tragedy. Regardless of how, when, or why people have limitations, they desire not only to be treated with dignity and acceptance but to live a purposeful life.

The Apostle Paul wasn’t chosen as one of the first twelve disciples. When he became an apostle, the original disciples rejected him due to his past persecution of Christians. Paul also struggled with a “thorn in his flesh,” which was never healed. Despite these debilities, Paul followed God’s will. 

If you are facing this facet of life, realize that God understands your struggle and longs to fulfill the desires of your heart. Regardless of what others say, think, or how they treat you, God created every detail of your being, and His ways of achieving things are unrestricted. 

Never let a disability—physically, socially, or mentally—disable you spiritually. Don’t let limitations stop you from using the gifts God has given you for His Kingdom. Just like God told Paul, perhaps He’s saying to you, “My grace is sufficient for you” (2 Corinthians 12:9 NIV). Believe God is able!