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Read it. Pray it. Share it. Live it.
Our present sufferings are real—but they are not the end of the story. Paul reminds us that even creation itself groans under the weight of sin and longs for the day of freedom and restoration (vv. 19–22). Believers also groan as we wait for the full redemption of our bodies and the glory to come (vv. 23–25). But we are not left alone—the Spirit helps us in our weakness and intercedes when we don’t know how to pray (vv. 26–27).
God is working all things together for the good of those who love Him, shaping us into the image of His Son (vv. 28–30). And because God is the one who has called, justified, and glorified us, nothing can stand against us—not suffering, sin, or even death (vv. 31–34). Paul ends with a triumphant truth: absolutely nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord (vv. 35–39).
🎯 Theme: Even in suffering, believers are secure in God’s love and certain of future glory, because nothing can separate us from Christ.
🌀 Reflection: Groaning is a part of life in a broken world, but so is hope. Our pain is real, but God’s promises are more real. The Spirit prays for us, Jesus intercedes for us, and the Father is working all things—even the hard things—for our eternal good.
💬 Mission Challenge: Encourage someone this week who is suffering by sharing Romans 8:18 or 8:38–39 with them. Use it as an opportunity to talk about the hope found in Jesus and the unbreakable love of God.
Just Keith Harris 
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