I shared some reflections a few weeks ago. Although I've been a Bible learner and disciple of Christ for many years, I do not yet have this walk figured out. It's filled with missteps and mistakes, and even when I re-read some of my prior posts, I can see how I could have represented the truth more fully and adequately. It is humbling to know that God still brings truth even in our tiny bit of understanding.
Today, we start a Bible study I've refused to write for months. It is a chapter out of my dark soul and a testament to the bright communion God showed me over a long, swarthy night. I know I need to sit still and get some of the messy, messy work God has graciously done down on paper. I dread it and welcome it all in one.
I've written before about a section of this scripture called Wordless Groans. It was one of those writings I wrote for myself, and I continue to re-read it in various seasons. We can divide Romans 8:18-30 by the "groanings" discussed: (1) Creation groans (verses 18-22); (2) We, believers, groan (verses 23-25); (3) The Holy Spirit groans (verses 25-30). Three "Groans"
