Pray, God will vindicate you!

Jesus is just about to enter Jerusalem to lay down his own life as we hear St Luke say: “After Jesus had said this, he went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem. His disciples must be faithful and faith-filed until he comes again. Like this widow who perseveres in prayer until the unrighteous judge vindicates her against her adversary, so we must be encouraged to pray with perseverance. Our daily prayer is not a burden, or an option but a privilege to grow in the faith and the love of God. The beautiful contrast that Jesus establishes in this parable is a clear indication that, if the unrighteous judge can assist this widow, there is no way, the loving and merciful God will fail to vindicate us when we cry to Him. It does not matter then, how long it takes us to wait for our prayers to be answered, or the length of his second coming, we must remain faithful! Only those who are faithful and faith-filled will be vindicated at the end of time!

Lord grant me the gift of perseverance in prayer

Fr. Georges Roger BIDZOGO sac