Gospel Reflections #827: Just keep knocking on heaven's door

Luke 18:7 "And will not God bring about justice for his chosen ones, who cry out to him day and night? Will he keep putting them off?"

Jesus told the parable of the unjust judge.

It's about a widow who kept pleading for justice. The judge grew annoyed with her persistence, and because he didn't want to be bothered any longer, he decided to grant her justice.

This judge reluctantly did what he didn't want to do. But our God is the One who swiftly executes judgment, ensuring our prayers do not end in disappointment.

The question is whether we humans can truly grasp such a God, whether we can believe in Him even when we cannot see Him, even when circumstances are dire.

No matter what situation we find ourselves in, God is our Guide, continually leading us.

Whatever the problem, God is our sure Counselor.

Moreover, even in the midst of any sorrow or lamentation, God, our compassionate Friend, is with us.

Therefore, Jesus teaches us through this parable to keep praying without giving up.

We are people lacking in endurance, but God's endurance is perfect. So let us confess to God without hesitation and keep seeking His will.

AUTHOR'S BIO: This Gospel Reflections page is written by Masae San, who resides in Hiroshima, Japan. Masae is a dedicated student of the Bible with a deep passion for the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She shares her daily reflections on Gospel perspectives to reach out to others and spread the message of God's true love through a Christ-centered approach. We are sharing her insights here so that you, too, can experience the joy that comes from knowing and understanding the true Gospel and the love of God through Jesus Christ.