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Posted by Dion Todd August 7th, 2025 988 Views 28 Comments
He also spoke a parable to them that they must always pray, and not give up, saying, "There was a judge in a certain city who didn't fear God, and didn't respect man. A widow was in that city, and she often came to him, saying, 'Defend me from my adversary!' He wouldn't for a while, but afterward he said to himself, 'Though I neither fear God, nor respect man, yet because this widow bothers me, I will defend her, or else she will wear me out by her continual coming.' " Luke 18:1–5 WEB.
The widow in this story kept returning to the judge with her problem, though he had refused to help her several times. She returned to him again and again with her request until the judge gave her what she asked. She was persistent and really wanted it.
In Mark 7:27, there was a gentile woman who asked Jesus to help her daughter. At first, Jesus refused and said that it wasn't right to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs. In other words, it wasn't yet time for the Gentiles to experience the Kingdom of God, for He came to the Jews first.
Yet, she persisted and said that even the dogs get to eat the crumbs under the table. Jesus was so impressed with her determination and humility that He did what she asked, even though it wasn't the right time.
There are times when you have to be persistent. Pray until you get an answer. In 1 Kings 18:43, Elijah went back and prayed for rain seven times before the small cloud rose out of the sea. In Matthew 26:44, on the night of His betrayal, Jesus went back and prayed the same words three times. He tells us to pray always and not lose heart (Luke 18:1).
There is a spiritual battle going on, and you are in it, even if you choose not to be. Ignorance will not protect you from it. So keep on praying, keep on seeking, keep on knocking, and the door will be opened. Sometimes, you have to pray it in.
Don't give up just because you prayed once and don't see it yet. Elijah would have never gotten his rain if he had stopped after the first prayer, though he was a mighty prophet who raised the dead. Elijah continued praying until he saw it come to pass.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank You so much for all that You have done in my life. Please give me encouragement, strength, and wisdom today. Lead me into all that You have for me here. Help me to recognize Your times and seasons. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
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Post from Nell Neathery
1 hour ago
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Post from Bari Bargerstock
11 hours ago
I needed to hear this today.. Having such a hard time with waiting for the hand of God to move on my son's behalf. I might have to keep coming back and rereading this.
Comment from Nell Neathery
1 hour ago
I have prayer books...Jesus Listens is one I really like!
Comment from Liesel aka lisa Wardle
1 hour ago
Dear Bari, it is so hard waiting on the Lord, when it comes to the nearest and dearest to us, and yet HE is already working for you and your son behind the scenes! Please know that you are in my prayers! 🙏🙏
Comment from Sylvia Todd
11 hours ago
Praying for him and for y'all, Bari 🙏!
Amen pastor. Spot on. Father ive prayed everyday for months. Give me the encouragement to keep praying for your will to be done. Im at a brick wall and i need your help Father. Give me the understanding of what you’re doing in my life and this divorce. Bless us all Father and thank you for Pastor Dion and his sacrifices for us. Amen
Post from Liesel aka lisa Wardle
2 hours ago
Amen and Amen, this I pray with all of my heart and soul!!! 🙏 Thank you dear Heavenly ABBA, thank you for all that You have done in my life! Thank you for all of my loved ones, past and present, for my earthly Daddy who loved and gave so much, and of all the other ,ones long gone, may we all, including all of my present loved ones meet again on the other side falling on our knees before You, rejoicing and singing praises unto You!!! 🙏❤️
Amen. Lord You know We need healing.. help us press foreward and run the good race, never stopping to praise You unto death. We need you Jesus. This is the day that the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it. In Jesus Name.
Heavenly Father I Want To Thank You For All Of The Blessings You Give Me And My Family And Friends Everyday Please Continue To Give Me Encouragement And Strength ,Wisdom Always Amen Good Morning Everyone 😀
Comment from Jewel Nurse-huntley
8 hours ago
Amen. Pray until something happens.
Heavenly Father, I thank You so much for all that You have done in my life. Please give me encouragement, strength, and wisdom today. Lead me into all that You have for me here. Help me to recognize Your times and seasons. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! ❤️🤟🏻
Heavenly Father, I thank You so much for all that You have done in my life. Please give me encouragement, strength, and wisdom today. Lead me into all that You have for me here. Help me to recognize Your times and seasons. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
Post from Elena Vasquez
8 hours ago
Amen
Post from Theresa Bright
9 hours ago
Amen 🙏🏻 Thank you Pastor, I needed this as I have been praying for healing because I am feeling bad again with my sore throat. I will keep praying.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank You so much for all that You have done in my life. Please give me encouragement, strength, and wisdom today. Lead me into all that You have for me here. Help me to recognize Your times and seasons. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
Post from Darlene Blackmon
9 hours ago
Very good reminder to keep praying on my grandson's behalf. Thank you for sharing this message.
Post from Dave and sue Earlywine
9 hours ago
AMEN
Post from Bella Colliander
9 hours ago
Amen!🕊️
Post from Mark Williams
9 hours ago
Heavenly Father, I thank You so much for all that You have done in my life. Please give me encouragement, strength, and wisdom today. Lead me into all that You have for me here. Help me to recognize Your times and seasons. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen.
Post from Deborah Blackshear
10 hours ago
Keep Praying Until Something Happens.
Post from Liberty Brock
10 hours ago
Thank you Jesus! AMEN!
Post from Raju Williams
10 hours ago
Hallelujah. Amen.🙏🙏
Post from Wanda Pennington
10 hours ago
Heavenly Father, I thank You so much for all that You have done in my life. Please give me encouragement, strength, and wisdom today. Lead me into all that You have for me here. Help me to recognize Your times and seasons. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
Post from Schalk de Beer
10 hours ago
Heavenly Father, I thank You so much for all that You have done in my life. Please give me encouragement, strength, and wisdom today. Lead me into all that You have for me here. Help me to recognize Your times and seasons. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen ✝️🛐
Post from Marisa Jackson
11 hours ago
Amen 🙏❤️🙏!! Amen ❤️🕊️❤️!! Amen 🙏❤️🕊️🙏!!
Post from Kay Collinsworth
11 hours ago
Amen
Post from Sylvia Todd
11 hours ago
Good morning, fam, praying you all have a joyfully blessed Thursday! 🌻💛✝️
Amen
Post from Barbara Jackson
12 hours ago
Amen
Post from Dana Rozell
12 hours ago
Amen!
Post from Celeste Strenn
12 hours ago
Amen ❣️
Post from Richard A Smith
13 hours ago
Amen.