Man’s Limited Understanding

Do we always know what to pray for?BR-ASI9 414.14

“Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought.” Romans 8:26.BR-ASI9 414.15

Does God always see fit to grant our petitions?BR-ASI9 415.1

“For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. And He said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:8, 9.BR-ASI9 415.2

Note.—Paul’s affliction, some have thought, was impaired sight. (Acts 9:8, 9, 18; 22:11-13.) The retaining of such an imperfection would be a constant reminder to him of his conversion, and hence a blessing in disguise.BR-ASI9 415.3