The Parable of the Friend in Need at Midnight - Luke 11:8

The parable of the friend in need at midnight. Let's talk about it. The story is found in Luke 11 verses 5 to 8 and illustrates the importance of persistence in prayer. 

Jesus describes a scenario where a person goes to a friend’s house at midnight to ask for three loaves of bread because a guest has arrived, and they have nothing to offer. The friend initially refuses, saying the door is locked, and his family is in bed. However, because of the person’s persistence the friend eventually gives up and gives him what he needs. 

The key message here is that persistence and boldness in prayer are important. Jesus encourages his followers to keep asking, seeking, and knocking, assuring them that God will respond to their needs.

David Guzik says, "God often waits for our passionate persistence in prayer. It isn’t that God is reluctant and needs to be persuaded. Our persistence doesn’t change God; it changes us, developing in us a heart and passion for what God wants."

So today, I encourage you to pray to the Lord with all your heart and soul believing that He will give you the things your heart desires and will help you to desire the right things. And that's the parable of the friend in need at midnight. I'll see you soon so we can talk about more parables. 

Lord, may we learn to pray big, bold, persistent prayers in order to change our hearts. We have a big God who can do big things. Let us remember that prayer is more than just asking and receiving but in spending time with you and helping us grow in our faith. Give us courage, strength and stamina for this journey. In Jesus name we pray, Amen.

Luke 11:8: “I tell you, though he will not get up and give him anything because he is his friend, yet because of his impudence he will rise and give him whatever he needs.”

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