"The judge ignored her for a while, but finally he said to himself, ‘I don’t fear God or care about people, but this woman is driving me crazy. I’m going to see that she gets justice, because she is wearing me out with her constant requests!’”Luke 18:4,5 NLT
According to her parents, cross-country runner Lila Carleton has always been a girl who wouldn't take no for an answer. So when Lila became determined to run the Vermont City Marathon at the age of 15, despite the age limit of 16, resistance from her high school coaches, and their concern for her safety, they knew they would eventually end up giving in. So after repeatedly petitioning the marathon board, consulting with other coaches and a doctor, and signing a release form, the marathon also gave in and allowed her to run the 26.2 mile course. And for her efforts, this young lady who refused to give up, crossed the finish line in 4:18:23.
You know, when it comes to reaping the rewards for not giving up, Jesus told the disciples a story of a persistent widow who repeatedly and persistently approached a judge seeking justice. Although the judge "didn't fear God or care about people," he eventually granted her request saying, "I'm going to see that she gets justice, because she is wearing me out with her constant requests." And just like the persistent widow, you and I are not to give up praying for those things we want (that align with His will), keeping our requests constantly before the Throne, believing He will answer.
So don't ever give up praying my friend. Be persistent and remember... "A river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its persistence." - Jim Watkins
So don't ever give up praying my friend. Be persistent and remember... "A river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its persistence." - Jim Watkins
Heavenly Father, thank You for reminding us that although You always hear our prayers, You don't always answer them in the time we would like. Help us to remember that Your delays always have good reasons and that we are to continue praying in expectant hope. It's in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen.
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