What does Ellen White write about...
Adventistische Schriften über: "Parable of the Persistent Widow and the Unjust Judge Prayer Faith Luke 18"
Answer
The parable of the persistent widow illustrates the necessity of persistent and steadfast prayer, especially in times of trial. While the unjust judge acted only out of selfishness, God responds with infinite compassion to the pleas of His elect. This parable is closely linked to Christ’s second coming and encourages believers to remain steadfast in faith, even when the answer seems to be delayed.
God’s Compassion in Contrast to the Unjust Judge
»Christ draws a sharp contrast here between the unjust judge and God. The judge granted the widow’s request only out of selfishness, so that he would be freed from her persistence. He felt no pity or compassion for her; her misery meant nothing to him. How completely different is God’s attitude toward those who seek Him. The cries for help of the needy and oppressed are regarded by Him with infinite compassion. ... God loves His children with endless love. For Him the most valuable thing on earth is His church.«
Perseverance in Prayer as a Test of Faith
»As the persistent widow, bring your request before Him, be firm in your purpose. ... If the matter you desire is valuable, it is worthy of strong, serious effort. You have the promise; watch and pray. Be steadfast and the prayer will be answered; for is it not God who promised it? ... Many make a mistake here. They waver in their purpose, and their faith fails. This is why they receive nothing from the Lord, who is our source of strength.«
The Significance of the Parable for the End Times
»In the parable of the persistent widow we are led to the time when “the elect cry out day and night.” If this is so, then we may know that we will be “quickly” avenged. The fulfillment of the signs that were to announce the approaching of the Son of Man admonish us to “know that He is near, indeed at the door.”«
Strengthening the Disciples through the Promise of Divine Justice
»The parable of the persistent widow and the friend who asks for bread at midnight gave His words new power: "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you." And often her wavering faith was strengthened by the reminder that Christ had said: "Will not God also bring justice for His elect who call to Him day and night, and will He wait long for them? I tell you: He will bring justice to them quickly.«
God’s Intervention in the Hour of Greatest Danger
»In the hour of the greatest danger to the church, the most earnest prayer will be offered for it by the faithful remnant, and God will hear and answer at exactly that time when the sinner’s guilt has reached its peak. He will "avenge His elect who cry to Him day and night, even if He waits long for them." They will be zealously concerned for God’s honor. They will be fervent in prayer, and their faith will become strong.«
Original Sources (English)
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