Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Morning Manna by Rufus Parker - 8 September 2021

 Groanings Which Cannot Be Uttered

 

“For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now. And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body. For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it. Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God.”  (Romans 8:22-27)

 

Today’s Morsel:  Here, Paul introduces us to a new source of consolation and support, the Holy Spirit, which dwells in us and strengthens us in our infirmities.  In our weaknesses and trials in life, it aids us and gives us the strength to bear them.   If Christians would just grasp the word of God and what it says to us, they should be able to endure those unwanted situations and circumstances when they come in unaware.  Paul said that the Holy Ghost makes intercession for us with groanings that cannot be uttered.  The Holy Ghost is that other comforter that Jesus said would come and abide with you forever.   The phrase may be thus translated: “The Spirit greatly aids or supports us in those deep emotions, those intense feelings, those inward sighs which cannot be expressed in language, but which he enables us to bear, and which are understood by Him that searches the hearts.” The Holy Ghost is a free gift for all of us.  Aren't you glad you can have it to aid you every day?!

Sing: Someone is praying for you, someone is praying for you, when you feel all alone, and your heart would break into, remember someone is praying for you.

 

 Thought For Today:  “Groanings which cannot be uttered are often prayers which cannot be refused.” Charles Spurgeon

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