There's a process

After Romans 8:26-30

There’s a process involved,

even if we think it’s all

spontaneity. It begins

with weakness, ours;

weakness so profound

that we’re at a loss

to know even what

to pray for.

But then, and next, 

the groaning,

the groaning too deep

for words, the sign

of intercession,

of help, the sound

of wind and fire

searching, seeking,

ferreting out

the hearts of weakness.

And so: our prayers are made.

And so: our prayers are heard.

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