Jesus reveals the imperative of persistence and actively relying on God as we await the end, even though life in this world continues to be rife with injustice.

Commentary on Luke 18:1-8. The parable of the widow's persistence is introduced as a parable about prayer and not losing heart, then moves into a story about ...

David Guzik commentary on Luke 18, where Jesus shares the parable of the widow and the unjust judge, and talks to the rich young ruler.

12 окт. 2022 г. · The parable of the persistent widow found in Luke 18 showcases how our petitions to God deepen our relationship with Him.

In the parable of the persistent widow, God does not intervene. The widow's persistence alone leads the judge to act justly. But Jesus indicates that God is the ...

24 мая 2019 г. · Our Gospel lesson (18:1-8) continues to address the issues of faith in difficult times, and reassures the disciples that God hears their prayers ...

18 июн. 2013 г. · Jesus instructed us to pray that the Father's kingdom would come and His will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

Christ shows, by a parable, the power of importunity among men, who will be swayed by that, when nothing else will influence, to do what is just and right. He ...

8 авг. 2020 г. · This is a parable about how we ought always to pray and not lose heart. And then you have this example of this unjust judge who gives this persistent widow.

10 окт. 2016 г. · In Luke 18 Jesus turns the tables on us and puts the focus back on our faith. We have to assume the best about our God's goodness, love, justice ...