“THE SUFFERER’S PRAYER PARTNER”

Romans 8:18-28

Question: At this time in your life, are you a “sufferer?”

If so, you are in the right place. This message is for you!

OPENING STATEMENT: “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with glory that will be revealed to us.” - v. 18

1. THE CREATION. v. 19-22

• It waits in eager expectation.
• It was subjected to frustration.
• It is in bondage to decay.
• It has been groaning right up to the present time.

2. THE CHILDREN OF GOD (BELIEVERS). v. 23-25

• We have the firstfruits of the Spirit.
• We groan inwardly.
• We wait (patiently) for our future hope.
• We sometimes don’t know how to pray.

3. THE HOLY SPIRIT. v. 26-28

• He helps us in our weakness.
• He intercedes for us with groans beyond words.
• He intercedes for us according to God’s will. v. 28-29

6 ways to apply this truth when suffering:

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FUTURE HOPE:

– Sons of God to be revealed

– glorious freedom

– adoption as sons

– redemption of our bodies

Philippians 3:20-21

1 John 3:2-3

Revelation 21:3-5

1 Corinthians 15:35-57