In what way do we not know how to pray? And in what way does the Holy Spirit help us in our weakness?

We have identified our sufferings the last two weeks in the groans of creation, the groans of the Christian and in the aching groans of God's Spirit for his people. We have noted these groans are not emanating from us as sighs of misery but as sighs of anticipation or longings for future glory. Now we look at the glory we are to measure all our sufferings against:

The groans reported in Romans 8 are 3 fold. Each relates to a distinct manner in which Christians are called into suffering with the Lord Jesus. Each also indicate in the midst of suffering an anticipation of promise.

To be a joint heir with the Lord Jesus is a great promise of security and future glory.

From Romans 8:17 a secured position for the present and a bright hope for the future.

Considering the provision and full possession God has provided for his children.

The Witness of the Spirit is the core element in the believers assurance of salvation.

What does it look like to put sin to death.

If you live according to the flesh we will die... if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body you will live. The word 'if' is a huge clue as to what Paul is teaching here and how it applies to the believer.

Our empowerment comes with a proper sense of indebtedness.