Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Deretter fortalte Han dem en lignelse for å oppmuntre dem til å fortsette å be og ikke gi opp med det første. Han sa: «I en by var det en dommer som ikke tok hensyn til noen, og som ikke respekterte verken mennesker eller Gud. I den samme byen bodde det en enke. Hun kom til dommeren og sa: ‘Hjelp meg å få det jeg har rett på, for jeg er i en konflikt med noen.’ Lenge brydde han seg ikke om henne og ville ikke hjelpe henne. Men kvinnen ga ikke opp og var så pågående at han til slutt sa til seg selv: ‘Jeg har aldri brydd meg verken om Gud eller mennesker. Men fordi denne kvinnen plager meg og ikke gir opp, vil jeg hjelpe henne så hun får det hun ber om. For hvis jeg ikke hjelper henne, vil hun slite meg helt ut!’
What Does This Mean?
In this verse from Luke's Gospel, Jesus tells a story to show that people should always pray and not give up. He is speaking to his followers about the importance of persistent prayer.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing a game where you have to keep asking for something until you get it. That’s kind of like what Jesus means when he talks about praying without giving up.
Historical Background
The Gospel of Luke was written by Luke, a doctor and companion of Paul, around 60-80 AD. It was aimed at both Jewish and Gentile audiences to provide an account of Jesus' life and teachings within the broader context of salvation history.
Living It Out Today
A modern application could be someone facing challenges in their job search. This verse encourages them to keep praying for guidance and opportunities, not giving up even when faced with rejection or difficulty.
Jesus used stories that people could relate to, like the one in this verse, to teach important lessons. The lesson here is about perseverance and faith.
What does 'not faint' mean in this context?
'Not faint' means not giving up or losing hope even when things seem difficult. It's a call to keep praying with persistence.
How can I apply Luke 18:1 to my prayers?
You can think about what you are praying for and make sure to pray consistently without letting discouragement stop you, as the verse suggests.
What is the broader context of this parable in Luke’s Gospel?
This passage comes after a set of teachings on humility and faith. It encourages listeners to maintain their trust in God through continued prayer despite challenges.