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Rob Mongeau - Luc 18.1-8 ➡️ Description : Dans Luc 18, Jésus raconte une parabole au disciple qui, pourrait, être tentés de se décourager en attendant la venue pleine et entière du royaume de Dieu. À travers l'histoire d'une veuve persistante et d'un juge injuste, Jésus enseigne à son peuple comment vivre dans l'attente entre la promesse et son accomplissement. À quoi ressemble une attente fidèle dans un monde où le mal semble encore prospérer et où les prières paraissent souvent sans réponse ? Plan 1. Jesus appelle son peuple à la prière persistante v.1 2. La veuve persiste en dépit de son impuissance vv.2-5 3. Dieu n’est pas comme ce juge injuste vv. 6-8a 4. Une prière persistante révèle une foi persistante v.8b Prédicateur : Rob Mongeau Lectures complémentaires: • Convocation — Genèse 12.1-4; 15.1-6; 18.9-15 et 21.1-7 • Cène — 1 Corinthiens 11.26
““And he told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart. He said, “In a certain city there was a judge who neither feared God nor respected man. And there was a widow in that city who kept coming to him and saying, ‘Give me justice against my adversary.’ For a while he refused, but afterward he said to himself, ‘Though I neither fear God nor respect man, yet because this widow keeps bothering me, I will give her justice, so that she will not beat me down by her continual coming.’” And the Lord said, “Hear what the unrighteous judge says. And will not God give justice to his elect, who cry to him day and night? Will he delay long over them? I tell you, he will give justice to them speedily. Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?”” Luke 18:1-8 ESV Widows in Jesus's day would have been particularly isolated, and context indicates the widow in this story had no male family to offer her support- no husband, but also no brothers, no father, nor grandfather. Jesus uses this parable to instruct His church to handle troublesome days: to keep praying without losing heart. Luke gives us a bleak picture for the widow. She had no choice but to appear before a judge on her own behalf: she has no family to advocate for her. But to make matters worse - this judge is wholly unrighteous. But this widow is able to break this judge and get the mercy and justice she needed. Her persistence alone causes the unrighteous judge to relent. Jesus directs the church to exercise this same persistence. And how much more will the righteous judge care for His children? Persistence in God is all we will ever need - the unrighteous judge's phrase “beat down” in the Greek is an image of someone punching an opponet over and over until the opponent gives up. The widow with no real power wins just because she just keeps showing up. If her persistence makes the unrighteous judge give in, how much more will our persistence work with a righteous judge who also longs to bring us justice and mercy and grace and salvation? Persistence in God is all we will have when it is all said and done - this is a warning to keep praying, keep persisting and not lose heart. When we experience the terrible things in the world, it can be heavy. And Jesus asks “can I find any faith in all the earth?” He has unbelievers in mind, of course, but He’s speaking to His disciples. It’s easy for believers to fall into a series of functional unbelief. Going to service, but never going to meet God there. The lord wants the unbelievers to turn to him, but also the persistent believers to have faith through His physical absence. This woman is alone, and without power. And yet she showed up, each day delivering a single punch to the judge. She didn’t quit on the first attempt, nor the 100th. But eventually… she did win. Jesus is coming back, and He’s coming back for those who are still praying, still loving our neighbors, still blessing our enemies, and not losing heart.
““And he told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart. He said, “In a certain city there was a judge who neither feared God nor respected man. And there was a widow in that city who kept coming to him and saying, ‘Give me justice against my adversary.’ For a while he refused, but afterward he said to himself, ‘Though I neither fear God nor respect man, yet because this widow keeps bothering me, I will give her justice, so that she will not beat me down by her continual coming.’” And the Lord said, “Hear what the unrighteous judge says. And will not God give justice to his elect, who cry to him day and night? Will he delay long over them? I tell you, he will give justice to them speedily. Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?”” Luke 18:1-8 ESV Widows in Jesus's day would have been particularly isolated, and context indicates the widow in this story had no male family to offer her support- no husband, but also no brothers, no father, nor grandfather. Jesus uses this parable to instruct His church to handle troublesome days: to keep praying without losing heart. Luke gives us a bleak picture for the widow. She had no choice but to appear before a judge on her own behalf: she has no family to advocate for her. But to make matters worse - this judge is wholly unrighteous. But this widow is able to break this judge and get the mercy and justice she needed. Her persistence alone causes the unrighteous judge to relent. Jesus directs the church to exercise this same persistence. And how much more will the righteous judge care for His children? Persistence in God is all we will ever need - the unrighteous judge's phrase “beat down” in the Greek is an image of someone punching an opponet over and over until the opponent gives up. The widow with no real power wins just because she just keeps showing up. If her persistence makes the unrighteous judge give in, how much more will our persistence work with a righteous judge who also longs to bring us justice and mercy and grace and salvation? Persistence in God is all we will have when it is all said and done - this is a warning to keep praying, keep persisting and not lose heart. When we experience the terrible things in the world, it can be heavy. And Jesus asks “can I find any faith in all the earth?” He has unbelievers in mind, of course, but He’s speaking to His disciples. It’s easy for believers to fall into a series of functional unbelief. Going to service, but never going to meet God there. The lord wants the unbelievers to turn to him, but also the persistent believers to have faith through His physical absence. This woman is alone, and without power. And yet she showed up, each day delivering a single punch to the judge. She didn’t quit on the first attempt, nor the 100th. But eventually… she did win. Jesus is coming back, and He’s coming back for those who are still praying, still loving our neighbors, still blessing our enemies, and not losing heart.
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Sermons from Grace Fellowship PCA, Clanton, AL
Sermons from Grace Fellowship PCA, Clanton, AL
Sermons from Grace Fellowship PCA, Clanton, AL
May the God of Wonders Bless You!
May the God of Wonders Bless You!
Rev. Dr. Jacob Bolton preaches on the Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. The Scripture passage is Luke 18:1-8.
Sermon Notes: August 3rd Luke - Chapter 18 . Check us out at: https://citylightvicksburg.org/ Or check us out here: https://www.facebook.com/citylightvicksburg . Questions - should I pray for little selfish things? And, is asking for something once in prayer enough? . Prayer is something that we should all want to become better at. God not only encourages us to pray often, but to pray boldly. Jesus tells us to be “persistent” and not to lose heart. . The parable Jesus gives us is of a corrupt judge and a persistent widow. All she has is her plea for justice. In this story, the corrupt judge finally grants her request to just get rid of her. Let’s be clear, Jesus is saying that if an unrighteous judge gives this widow an answer, how much more swiftly and fully will God give an answer to His chosen, beloved children. . Pray persistently, and do not quit. God will answer in His perfect will and His perfect timing. . Can we bring little or selfish things to God? We might feel guilty asking God for a parking spot. Or success in a hobby. We often think that God is so big that we should only bring the big things to him. But we should not censor ourselves. Bring your heart to God when you pray! . In the prayer Jesus gives us, we’re to ask God for a cosmic big thing - “Your kingdom come.” But also a small thing - “Our daily bread.” . So always let your prayers be known to God. . But our prayers also allow us to analyze our heart. If our prayers are driven by sinful intent, then it’s not something we should pray for, but something that we should be praying ‘about.’ God’s children have permission to bring everything before the Lord in prayer. Persistent prayer is about faith in action, not dominating God. You won’t jeopardize His will for your life, by asking many times for what you want. . Jesus puts a high value on persistence. Got does not need to be convinced. It’s not for God’s sake. It’s for our sake. By maintaining persistence in prayer demonstrates faith in our God. How many blessings have we left on the table because we didn’t pray in persistence? . Sometimes… despite our prayers, it seems like the answer is “no.” These are moments that may test our faith. But you should take your anger, take your fear, take your despair to God. Your disappointments is a time to run to God, in prayer. That - in itself - is prayer. Even when we wait in silence for the words to come.
Sermon Notes: August 3rd Luke - Chapter 18 . Check us out at: https://citylightvicksburg.org/ Or check us out here: https://www.facebook.com/citylightvicksburg . Questions - should I pray for little selfish things? And, is asking for something once in prayer enough? . Prayer is something that we should all want to become better at. God not only encourages us to pray often, but to pray boldly. Jesus tells us to be “persistent” and not to lose heart. . The parable Jesus gives us is of a corrupt judge and a persistent widow. All she has is her plea for justice. In this story, the corrupt judge finally grants her request to just get rid of her. Let’s be clear, Jesus is saying that if an unrighteous judge gives this widow an answer, how much more swiftly and fully will God give an answer to His chosen, beloved children. . Pray persistently, and do not quit. God will answer in His perfect will and His perfect timing. . Can we bring little or selfish things to God? We might feel guilty asking God for a parking spot. Or success in a hobby. We often think that God is so big that we should only bring the big things to him. But we should not censor ourselves. Bring your heart to God when you pray! . In the prayer Jesus gives us, we’re to ask God for a cosmic big thing - “Your kingdom come.” But also a small thing - “Our daily bread.” . So always let your prayers be known to God. . But our prayers also allow us to analyze our heart. If our prayers are driven by sinful intent, then it’s not something we should pray for, but something that we should be praying ‘about.’ God’s children have permission to bring everything before the Lord in prayer. Persistent prayer is about faith in action, not dominating God. You won’t jeopardize His will for your life, by asking many times for what you want. . Jesus puts a high value on persistence. Got does not need to be convinced. It’s not for God’s sake. It’s for our sake. By maintaining persistence in prayer demonstrates faith in our God. How many blessings have we left on the table because we didn’t pray in persistence? . Sometimes… despite our prayers, it seems like the answer is “no.” These are moments that may test our faith. But you should take your anger, take your fear, take your despair to God. Your disappointments is a time to run to God, in prayer. That - in itself - is prayer. Even when we wait in silence for the words to come.
The weekly sermon from Alfred Almond Bible Church in Almond, NY
Recorded live on Sunday, February 9th, 2025.
Recorded live on Sunday, February 9th, 2025.
Covenant Presbyterian Church (The Barn)
Grace Free Lutheran Church Maple Grove, MN
➡️ DESCRIPTION: À une époque d'instantanéité et de perpétuel divertissement, il est particulièrement difficile de maintenir une vie active de prière. Dans ce texte, notre Seigneur nous donne une parabole afin de nous encourager à prier sans relâche jusqu'à son retour. PLAN: 1. Le but de cette parabole (v.1) 2. Le contenu de cette parabole (v.2-5) 3. L'application de cette parabole (v.6-8) Textes complémentaires: Luc 17.22-37 ; Psaumes 13 Prédicateur: Pascal Denault
If a heartless, godless man rewarded righteous persistence, how much more will our Heavenly Father reward us?
If a heartless, godless man rewarded righteous persistence, how much more will our Heavenly Father reward us?
Today's sermon title is: Crying Out for Justice For more information about Redemption Church or to get in touch please visit our website at: https://www.redemptionchurchokc.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedemptionChurchOKC If you would like to support our ministry you can donate at: https:/www.aplos.com/aws/give/RedemptionChurch1/
Today's sermon title is: Crying Out for Justice For more information about Redemption Church or to get in touch please visit our website at: https://www.redemptionchurchokc.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedemptionChurchOKC If you would like to support our ministry you can donate at: https:/www.aplos.com/aws/give/RedemptionChurch1/
Jesus wants his followers to pray frequently and faithfully, through prayer God brings about his plans for justice in the world, and by it Christians preservere in the faith.
Jesus wants his followers to pray frequently and faithfully, through prayer God brings about his plans for justice in the world, and by it Christians preservere in the faith.
Jesus wants his followers to pray frequently and faithfully, through prayer God brings about his plans for justice in the world, and by it Christians preservere in the faith.
Jesus wants his followers to pray frequently and faithfully, through prayer God brings about his plans for justice in the world, and by it Christians preservere in the faith.
Christ the King Presbyterian (PCA): Vero Beach, FL
Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee
There’s never a thing as too much prayer. Just keep Praying.
There’s never a thing as too much prayer. Just keep Praying.
To Every Generation...The teaching ministry of Calvary Chapel Crossfields.....Join us as we go verse by verse through the Bible.
To Every Generation...The teaching ministry of Calvary Chapel Crossfields.....Join us as we go verse by verse through the Bible.
Prayer: Lord, send workers into Your harvest fields.
Welcome to Christ Community Church of Wilmington NC. We are committed to teaching the Bible, transforming lives, and touching our world.
Sunday, January 15, 2023 - We're studying the Parable of the Persistent Widow in today's service. Prayer is a mysterious wonder of God, don't you agree? Sometimes it's easy to approach God during our prayer time, and other times it's a battle. Sometimes we can feel the presence of God like He's sitting in the room with us; other times, our prayers don't make it past the ceiling. Can you relate to this? No matter what, it's the way God has ordained for us to communicate with Him. This parable's message is persistence and staying persistent in our prayer time, especially when it seems our prayers are ineffective. Jesus ends the parable with a question, "will He find faith on the earth when He returns?" Faith and prayer are related in the context of prayer as an expression of our faith in God. He is faithful to answer prayers according to His Will and in His perfect time. He knows what's best for us, and He loves us enough to answer our prayers with a "Yes," "Not yet," or even a "No," and it's up to us to trust Him in the process. If we do, that will help us to be found faithful when He returns. Is that your prayer? I trust it is...
Sunday, January 15, 2023 - We're studying the Parable of the Persistent Widow in today's service. Prayer is a mysterious wonder of God, don't you agree? Sometimes it's easy to approach God during our prayer time, and other times it's a battle. Sometimes we can feel the presence of God like He's sitting in the room with us; other times, our prayers don't make it past the ceiling. Can you relate to this? No matter what, it's the way God has ordained for us to communicate with Him. This parable's message is persistence and staying persistent in our prayer time, especially when it seems our prayers are ineffective. Jesus ends the parable with a question, "will He find faith on the earth when He returns?" Faith and prayer are related in the context of prayer as an expression of our faith in God. He is faithful to answer prayers according to His Will and in His perfect time. He knows what's best for us, and He loves us enough to answer our prayers with a "Yes," "Not yet," or even a "No," and it's up to us to trust Him in the process. If we do, that will help us to be found faithful when He returns. Is that your prayer? I trust it is...
Sunday, January 15, 2023 - We're studying the Parable of the Persistent Widow in today's service. Prayer is a mysterious wonder of God, don't you agree? Sometimes it's easy to approach God during our prayer time, and other times it's a battle. Sometimes we can feel the presence of God like He's sitting in the room with us; other times, our prayers don't make it past the ceiling. Can you relate to this? No matter what, it's the way God has ordained for us to communicate with Him. This parable's message is persistence and staying persistent in our prayer time, especially when it seems our prayers are ineffective. Jesus ends the parable with a question, "will He find faith on the earth when He returns?" Faith and prayer are related in the context of prayer as an expression of our faith in God. He is faithful to answer prayers according to His Will and in His perfect time. He knows what's best for us, and He loves us enough to answer our prayers with a "Yes," "Not yet," or even a "No," and it's up to us to trust Him in the process. If we do, that will help us to be found faithful when He returns. Is that your prayer? I trust it is...
Reaching the family with the message of Jesus Christ.
Reaching the family with the message of Jesus Christ.
Reaching the family with the message of Jesus Christ.
Reaching the family with the message of Jesus Christ.
Prayer is a vital part of our walk with Christ. It is the foundational communion we have with Him each and every day. In our prayer time, we take time to thank and praise our Father, inquire about what's on our heart and we bring to Him our requests. And of course, when we pray about a request, we want Him to answer it. But what about when we have unanswered prayers? Does that mean He isn't hearing us? No. But it does mean we can look to scripture for how to handle the times when we are waiting upon an answer to our prayers.
Prayer is a vital part of our walk with Christ. It is the foundational communion we have with Him each and every day. In our prayer time, we take time to thank and praise our Father, inquire about what's on our heart and we bring to Him our requests. And of course, when we pray about a request, we want Him to answer it. But what about when we have unanswered prayers? Does that mean He isn't hearing us? No. But it does mean we can look to scripture for how to handle the times when we are waiting upon an answer to our prayers.
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