Just read Romans 8:26-27: Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. Now He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He makes intercession for the saints according to the will of God.
That's a familiar passage of comfort, but upon closer look with the help of a commentary...man, this passage has a depth of comfort that I have overlooked!
1. Intended translation: "God helps our weaknesses." He doesn't just help periodically when we need it, the idea is that we are weak consistently, and He is there to consistently help.
2. "Weaknesses" refers to physcial, emotioan, and spiritual needs. God's help is well-rounded and wholistic.
3. The Spirit "makes intercession for us with groaning" and the Father "knows what the mind of the Spirit is." This wordless exchange really shows the intimate intricacy of the Trinity. To complete the picture, the Son also intercedes for us (v.34).
How amazing is it that the entire Trinity is at work in helping me!
So often, I end up trying to live life alone in an attempt to please God. Instead, I need to realize that the Triune God is right there with me every step of the way--enabling a weakling like me to live strong for His glory.
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Nice to very nice! Good nuggets unearthed there. The Triune-ity was something i wasn't seeing the first time through. Good encouragement!
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