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. 27 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.   Romans 8:26-27

A. The Ministries of the Holy Spirit

1. He has set us free: Romans 8:2

2. He indwells the believer: Romans 8:9-10

3. He assures us of future resurrection: Romans 8:11

4. He equips us to fight sin: Romans 8:12-13

5. He leads the children of God: Romans 8:14

6. He affirms our adoption in God’s family: Romans 8:15-16

7. He creates a longing and the hope of final salvation: Romans 8:22-24

8. He helps believers pray while interceding for them: Romans 8:26-27

B. The Ministry of Prayer by the Holy Spirit

1. Our need and His help: Romans 8:26b-27

a. Our weakness – Matthew 26:36-41, 2 Corinthians 12:7-9, Job 7:19-21

b. His help – Psalm 57:13, Ephesians 3:14-19, John 17:20-21

2. His intercession for us: Romans 8:26c-27

a. Trinitarian communication on our behalf; Hebrews 7:23-25, Romans 8:26

b. Unfolding of God’s will in our lives 1 John 3:23, 1 Peter 1:15-16