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The Parable of the Persistent Widow
5yet because this widow keeps pestering me, I will give her justice. Then she will stop wearing me out with her perpetual requests.’”6And the Lord said, “Listen to the words of the unjust judge.7Will not God bring about justice for His elect who cry out to Him day and night? Will He continue to defer their help?
Sermons
Carter Conlon
Andrew Murray
Charles E. Cowman
George FoxSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Hear what the unjust judge saith - Our blessed Lord intimates that we should reason thus with ourselves: "If a person of such an infamous character as this judge was could yield to the pressing and continual solicitations of a poor widow, for whom he felt nothing but contempt, how much more ready must God be, who is infinitely good and merciful, and who loves his creatures in the tenderest manner, to give his utmost salvation to all them who diligently seek it!"
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
the Lord--a name expressive of the authoritative style in which He interprets His own parable.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And the Lord said,.... The Lord Jesus Christ, who delivered out this parable to his disciples: hear what the unjust judge saith; and take encouragement from hence to be frequent and importunate in prayer with God; for if such a cruel, merciless, and unjust judge is to be wrought upon by importunity to do justice, who has no principle to influence him, how much more will not God, who is a just judge, the judge of widows, and of the oppressed, a God of great mercy and compassion, who delights in the prayers of his people, knows their cases, and is able to help them, and who has an interest in them, and they in him? how much more will not he regard their importunate requests, and arise, and save them much such like reasoning this is used by the Jews: "says R. Simeon ben Chelphetha, an impudent man overcomes a good man, or a modest man, (by his importunity,) how much more the goodness of the world itself (q)?'' that is, how much more will a man, by his continual prayer, prevail with God, who is goodness itself? And they have another saying (r), that agrees with this: "says R. Nachman, impudence (i.e. importunity) even against God is profitable.'' The application of this parable follows: (q) T. Hieros. Taaniot, fol. 65. 2. (r) T. Bab. Sanhedrin, fol. 105. 1.
The Parable of the Persistent Widow
5yet because this widow keeps pestering me, I will give her justice. Then she will stop wearing me out with her perpetual requests.’”6And the Lord said, “Listen to the words of the unjust judge.7Will not God bring about justice for His elect who cry out to Him day and night? Will He continue to defer their help?
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The Heaven Side of Unyielding Prayer
By Carter Conlon3.5K58:13Prevailing PrayerJER 29:11LUK 18:1LUK 18:6JHN 15:7In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of not losing heart in prayer, even when we don't see immediate results. He shares the parable of the unjust judge and the persistent widow to illustrate this point. The unjust judge, who had no regard for God or people, eventually grants the widow's request because she continually comes to him. Jesus uses this parable to emphasize that if an unjust judge would answer a persistent plea, how much more will God answer the prayers of His people. The preacher encourages believers to have faith and continue praying, trusting that God will avenge them speedily.
Perservering Prayer
By Andrew Murray0Faith in God's TimingPerseverance in PrayerLUK 18:6Andrew Murray emphasizes the necessity of persevering in prayer, whether for oneself or for others, highlighting that true spiritual labor requires our full commitment and effort. He draws a parallel between the diligence needed in physical labor and the spiritual work of prayer, urging believers to sow seeds in the heavenly realm with confidence that they will reap in due time if they do not lose heart. Murray encourages persistent prayer for the Church, likening it to the plight of the widow who seeks justice, reminding us that God hears the cries of His elect who pray day and night. He reassures that prayer is effective and that we must trust in God's timing as we continue to seek His intervention. Ultimately, he calls for unwavering faith in the power of prayer to bring about God's will and restoration.
Unanswered?
By Charles E. Cowman0PSA 27:14LUK 18:61TH 5:17HEB 10:23JAS 1:6Charles E. Cowman, inspired by C. H. Spurgeon and Theodore L. Cuyler, emphasizes the importance of perseverance and importunity in prayer, comparing it to striking a flint to create a spark. He encourages believers to continue seeking God with faith and hope, trusting in His promises and timing for mercy. Cowman urges the congregation to never cease from petitioning God, even when His reply seems delayed, as a right prayer offered in a right spirit is never left unanswered in the history of God's kingdom.
Epistle 141
By George Fox0JOB 29:17PSA 35:1PRO 31:9ISA 59:14LUK 18:6George Fox preaches about gathering together the sufferings of those who have been unjustly treated by authorities, urging them to document their experiences and the names of those responsible for their suffering. He calls for the oppressed to deliver these accounts to judges for righteous judgment, emphasizing the importance of standing up for the innocent and helpless. Fox reminds the congregation that God, the ultimate just judge, will plead the cause of the oppressed and cast out unjust rulers who fail to uphold righteousness.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Hear what the unjust judge saith - Our blessed Lord intimates that we should reason thus with ourselves: "If a person of such an infamous character as this judge was could yield to the pressing and continual solicitations of a poor widow, for whom he felt nothing but contempt, how much more ready must God be, who is infinitely good and merciful, and who loves his creatures in the tenderest manner, to give his utmost salvation to all them who diligently seek it!"
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
the Lord--a name expressive of the authoritative style in which He interprets His own parable.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And the Lord said,.... The Lord Jesus Christ, who delivered out this parable to his disciples: hear what the unjust judge saith; and take encouragement from hence to be frequent and importunate in prayer with God; for if such a cruel, merciless, and unjust judge is to be wrought upon by importunity to do justice, who has no principle to influence him, how much more will not God, who is a just judge, the judge of widows, and of the oppressed, a God of great mercy and compassion, who delights in the prayers of his people, knows their cases, and is able to help them, and who has an interest in them, and they in him? how much more will not he regard their importunate requests, and arise, and save them much such like reasoning this is used by the Jews: "says R. Simeon ben Chelphetha, an impudent man overcomes a good man, or a modest man, (by his importunity,) how much more the goodness of the world itself (q)?'' that is, how much more will a man, by his continual prayer, prevail with God, who is goodness itself? And they have another saying (r), that agrees with this: "says R. Nachman, impudence (i.e. importunity) even against God is profitable.'' The application of this parable follows: (q) T. Hieros. Taaniot, fol. 65. 2. (r) T. Bab. Sanhedrin, fol. 105. 1.