Persistent Prayer

On Day 18 of Journey to the Manger, we turn to Luke 18 and the parable of the persistent widow. Jesus encourages us to pray boldly and trust faithfully, knowing that God hears our cries and answers in His perfect time. Join us as we reflect on the power of persistent prayer this Christmas season.

Notes:
Day 18: Luke 18

Questions:

1. How does the Parable of the Persistent Widow encourage us to persevere in prayer?

2. What does the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector teach about humility?

3. Why does Jesus highlight the faith of little children as an example for entering the kingdom?

4. How does the story of the rich young ruler challenge our attachments to worldly possessions?

5. What does Jesus’ prediction of His death and resurrection teach about His mission?

Takeaways:

- Persistent prayer shows trust in God’s justice and faithfulness.

- Humility is essential in approaching God; self-righteousness blocks true worship.

- Childlike faith and trust open the door to God’s kingdom.

- Following Jesus may require surrendering what we hold dear in exchange for eternal life.

- Jesus’ mission was always focused on fulfilling God’s plan of salvation through His sacrifice.

Prayer:

Father, thank You for being just and faithful. Teach us to persevere in prayer, to walk humbly before You, and to trust You with childlike faith. Help us to surrender anything that keeps us from fully following You. Amen.

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