Scripture About Parables about prayer

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3 Bible Verses

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And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint; Saying, There was in a city a judge, which feared not God, neither regarded man: And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of mine adversary.

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Luke 18:1-8 • KJV

This parable teaches persistence in prayer by illustrating a widow who continually petitions an unjust judge until he grants her request. Jesus uses this story to demonstrate that God, who is just, will surely answer the persistent prayers of His people.

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And he said unto them, Which of you shall have a friend, and shall go unto him at midnight, and say unto him, Friend, lend me three loaves; For a friend of mine in his journey is come to me, and I have nothing to set before him?

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Luke 11:5-8 • KJV

This parable demonstrates the importance of bold and persistent prayer. The man who asks his friend for bread at midnight eventually receives what he needs because of his persistence, illustrating how believers should approach God in prayer with confidence and determination.

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Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.

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Matthew 7:7-8 • KJV

Though not a traditional parable, this teaching uses metaphorical language about asking, seeking, and knocking to illustrate the principles of prayer. It encourages believers to be active, persistent, and confident when approaching God in prayer.

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