Fr. Cajetan Cuddy, O.P. reflects on Romans 8 and St. Paul's teaching that "we do not know how to pray as we ought."

Prayer is not something we accomplish on our own.

Even in our weakness, the Holy Spirit comes to our aid, interceding within us and raising our minds to God.

The Christian life does not begin with finding the perfect words or mastering the right formula. It begins with God's own Spirit drawing us into communion with Him.

Before we know how to pray, the Holy Spirit is already praying within us.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Prayer and Saint Paul's Teachings
00:30 Why Prayer is Central to the Christian Life
01:28 The Holy Spirit's Role in Prayer
02:20 Praying with the Spirit: Beyond Words
03:50 Practical Aspects of Prayer Today
05:57 Inexpressible Groanings and Divine Communication
07:24 The Confidence of the Christian in Prayer
09:18 The Holy Spirit as Our Teacher and Advocate