Romans 8:26 NIV
In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.
“We are ignorant of what we or others may need, ignorant of what God has promised, and unable to put into words the cry of our hearts. But the Holy Spirit takes up where we, because of weakness, leave off. If we do not know what to pray for, the Spirit does. He intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words (v. 26b ESV)…But Paul says that God the Holy Spirit will also groan as he identifies with our deep, profoundly emotional yet inarticulate yearning for answers to prayers that we feel too weak and ignorant to utter. As our intercessor (vv. 26–27), he intercedes for us through wordless groans (too deep for words).” (Sam Storm, Romans in Word and Spirit Commentary on the New Testament Series)
The only way to deal with the groans in our heart is through prayer. Let’s spend some time in prayer, bringing the groans of our hearts to him. What have you pushed aside, or given up on? Bring the deep things of your heart to him. We need a fresh touch of the Spirit!
Prayer: Lord, search my heart. Test and know every anxious thought in me. Only you can help me. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Let’s sing to “Fall Like Rain” by Passion, (click here).
-LB
