We all have our quirks. Some of us have bigger quirks than others. Photo Courtesy The apostle Paul was given one. He called it a thorn. Many Biblical scholars feel Paul's issue was a vision one. He asked God to take the thorn away thinking he could better serve the Lord. I'm convinced that was why he asked...because at that time he was devoted to serving Jesus. But, God said no. He said, "My grace is sufficient." Change gears for just a moment-- A first grade me started the school year late. I had eye surgery and had caught pneumonia while in the hospital. After missing most of Kindergarten, I barely knew the kids. The eye doctor made me wear a patch over my good eye. Let me tell you, this was not a great way to make friends and influence first graders. I remember vividly standing in the hall and hanging my jacket in the locker. I fiddled with things trying to kill time. I didn't want to go in the classroom. What exactly I would do inst...
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