Holy spirit Quote by Wayne A. Grudem
““The Role of the Holy Spirit in Our Praying. In Romans 8:26–27 Paul says: Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with sighs too deep for words. And he who searches the hearts of men knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. Interpreters differ on whether the “sighs too deep for words” are the sighs the Holy Spirit himself makes or our own sighs and groans in prayer, which the Holy Spirit makes into effective prayer before God. It seems more likely that the “sighs” or “groans” here are our groans. When Paul says, “The Spirit helps us in our weakness” (v. 26), the word translated “helps” (Gk. sunantilambanomai) is the same word used in Luke 10:40, where Martha wants Mary to come and help her. The word does not indicate that the Holy Spirit prays instead of us, but that the Holy Spirit takes part with us and makes our weak prayers effective.7 Thus, such sighing or groaning in prayer is best understood to be sighs or groans which we utter, expressing the desires of our heart and spirit, which the Holy Spirit””
About This Quote
Source Bible: Romans 8:26‑27, New Testament
The Holy Spirit assists believers in weak prayer, turning their heartfelt groans into effective intercession aligned with God’s will.
In simple terms: Spirit helps weak prayers become powerful.
Key Takeaway
Rely on the Spirit in prayer.
Themes
faith
prayer
spiritual assistance
dependence
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church worship
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
intercession
groans
divine will
spiritual partnership
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you sense the Spirit’s help in your prayers?
- What does “groaning” reveal about your heart?
A Different Perspective
The Spirit does not replace personal prayer but works through it.
