The Spirit Helpeth Our Infirmities

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. - Romans 8:26

    We are not ignorant of the object of prayer—our God and Father!

    We are not ignorant of the way of coming to God—in Christ!

    We are not ignorant of the manner of prayer—in sincerity, reverence, seeking his will and glory.

    We are not ignorant of whom we should pray for—ourselves, our family, friends, ministers, all saints and our enemies.

    We are not ignorant of the things spiritual for which we should pray forgiveness, grace, strength, wisdom, understanding, his presence, and an increase of faith.

    But the area in which "we know not what we should pray for as we ought" is the physical, material, and with respect to things temporal and related to this flesh.

1. Possessions; am I better off with them or without them?

1. Afflictions; should I be healed or depart to be with Christ?

1. Trials; should I pray for them to be removed or wait the results?

1. Our children and their life's work, locations, marriages?

    Thankfully, "The Spirit of God himself maketh intercession for us in these things, with groanings which cannot be uttered according to the will of God!"