We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time. Not only so, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for our adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what he already has? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently. (Romans 8:22–25)
Thank you father, that when there are things in this world that are painful, cause us to groan, that you reassure us that this is not evidence of defeat, but cause for hope. And especially for the reminder that we do not hope for things we have! And that we must wait patiently. Please fill all of the people of SI with your hope, even through their suffering, and especially Shehawk, AintDatSpecial, JimBetrayed62, Trumansworld, Leafields, CantBelieveIAmHere, PleaseHelpMeBeBetter and her husband 5BlueDrops, and even though he didn't ask for it, somanyyears, because I know from his profile that he has prayed to you about his terrible experience with infidelity.
If anyone else would like specific prayer, please ask! I generally don't pray for specific people unless I know they agree to it. It is free, and I have assurance that the prayer of a reformed sinner is powerful. And, Pascal's wager.
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