Interceding

Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers. And those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he called he also justified, and those whom he justified he also glorified.
Romans 8:26-30
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Interceding
This world can be cruel and unforgiving. It is impossible to go it alone. We need someone in our corner. We need someone to pick us up, to carry us through. God provides many supports in our lives in the way of friends, family, spouse, and coworkers. They all, in their own unique ways, help us. But they are all also human and, therefore will eventually let us down. Thanks be to God, though, that He has given us one that will never fail. The Holy Spirit ministers to God’s dear children, to you, by giving us hope in our suffering, help in our weakness, and assurance that all things work out to fulfill God’s eternal purposes in our lives. When our hope in God dims, we easily succumb to impatience in distress. The Spirit helps us in our frailty, assuring us of God’s steadfast love. May our Father in heaven never leave or forsake us. May He turn our complaints into prayers and our condemnation into glory.