Your God is big hearted

Scripture

Luke 18: 1-8

He told them a parable to illustrate that it is necessary always to pray and not lose heart. He said: “In a city there was a judge who did not fear God or regard man. And a widow was in that city. She came to him, saying, ‘Avenge me against my adversary.’ “He would not for a while. Yet afterward he said to himself, ‘Though I do not fear God or respect man, yet because this widow troubles me, I will avenge her, lest by her continual coming she will weary me.’ ” And the Lord said, “Hear what the unjust judge says. And shall not God avenge His own elect and be patient with them, who cry day and night to Him? I tell you, He will avenge them speedily. Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?” 

Observation

This is a teaching on faith.  Faith is praying and not giving up.  Faiths persists  in believing while the answer is delayed.  Faith is trusting God's character even when your circumstances are bad.

1. We are to pray and not lose heart.

Don't give up.  Keep believing.

2. If the unjust judge responded to the women's persistence how much more will our just God respond to our prayers!

3. Prayer is not trying to convince God to act but it is acting on God's promises.

God is not reluctant to answer your prayer.  He is a loving, generous, big hearted God.

4. Prayer is described as a crying out day and night.

This phrase emphasizes intensity, passion, persistence, and desperation.

Application

1. Pray with passion, heart, and a sense of desperation.

2. Be persistent in your asking.

Don't give up or give in.  Don't lose heart.

3. Trust God to keep his word.

He is just, caring, and loving.  God is love, His will is always best.

Prayer

I have prayed the desires of my heart this morning.  I believe you will keep your promises to me.  I rest in your character.