Lesson 174: Luke 18:1
Lesson 174: Luke 18:1
Luke 18:1
The Blueprint — The Verse
Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.
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The Context — The History
Jesus is on his final journey toward Jerusalem, teaching about the kingdom amid opposition. Persistent prayer was a contested practice among Jews and early Christians awaiting God's vindication.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
After teaching on the coming of the Son of Man, Jesus introduces the parable of the persistent widow and unjust judge to encourage relentless prayer for justice.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Luke 18:2
saying, “There was a judge in a certain city who didn’t fear God, and didn’t respect man.
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Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Luke 18:2) to continue the passage.
Discussion
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When have you been tempted to give up praying?
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What does persistent prayer look like in your current situation?
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How does this parable reshape your view of God's timing?
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