The Persistent Widow
Jesus told the story of the widow who came to an unjust judge to avenge her of her enemy, but the judge ignored her pleading. However, she kept insisting that he take up her cause and badgered him constantly. Finally, he ruled in her favor so she would leave him alone.
Yet because this widow troubleth me, I will avenge her, lest by her continual coming she weary me. Luke 18:5
We must consider that our prayers will be answered, because we have a just judge who hears our pleadings and will avenge us. However, we must not let up until we get an answer. We are living in a time where everything is bent toward evil, and we must constantly pray for God to avenge us against an enemy who seeks to devour us. I couldn’t help but notice that in Luke, Jesus told this parable right after he explained what would happen when he returned. Was it meant to be together, since it was in the previous chapter? If it was told at the same time as Jesus explained what would happen at the end of time, then we must raise our voices to heaven and plead with him to come quickly and hasten his return. Something important to remember is not to dwell on the negativity around us; focus on Jesus and his goodness, and reset your mind to think of all the blessings set before you. God is good and hears our prayers. Don’t stop until you get your answer.
And shall not God avenge his own elect, which cry day and night unto him, though he bear long with them? Luke 18:7
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