Reading: Romans 8:26-27
Likewise, the Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words. And God, who searches the heart, knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. Reflection Each summer at camp, every member of the staff is assigned to a prayer pal. That person is their buddy for the summer, and they are to pray for them. In most cases, we try to pair a new staff member with a returning staff member so that the veteran staff can help the new person learn the ropes. We also use these pairings when they we do partner work during training. My friend, Michael, from Chicago, says, “Partners accelerate learning.” As we read in this passage from Romans, we are reminded that the Holy Spirit is our prayer pal, too. The Spirit tells us what to pray for. Sometimes we do not know what to say. I know I’ve often prayed to God, “God… you know.” The Spirit is to be a guide for our prayer life. Rest assured that God knows what the Spirit’s mind is and the Spirit intercedes for us. I find that comforting! Lean on your personal prayer pal, the Holy Spirit! --Chad Hershberger Prayer Help us with sighs too deep for words, Spirit. Intercede on our behalf. Help us know God’s will. Amen.
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