In Luke 18:1-14, we read two parables given by Jesus about three different people who gave different appeals with different perspectives. The first, in verses 1-8 is about a widow with a need for justice against an adversary. Jesus’ reason for this parable, a relatable story with a deeper meaning, is to show the need for continuous, persistent prayer. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 says to “pray constantly” (CSB), and this is the attitude the widow shows in her appeal; she was willing to “pester” an unwilling, Godless judge who had no care for anyone. Because of her constant, persistent attitude, the judge gave in and answered her plea, but purely out of annoyance and wanting her to stop asking. When we, in turn, have a plea that needs answering, we can be thankful that our Judge is infinitely greater, more willing, and righteous than the one in the parable. Yahweh cares about us and wants to answer our prayers and wants us to trust in his timing and in his answers. Be bold in your persistence in prayer.