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The Persistent Widow for Kids: Bible Story & Printables

The story in a nutshell

Jesus spake a parable "that men ought always to pray, and not to faint." There was a judge "which feared not God, neither regarded man," and a widow kept coming to him, saying, "Avenge me of mine adversary." Because of "her continual coming," he did it, and Jesus said God will avenge "his own elect, which cry day and night unto him" and "will avenge them speedily."

Read it: Luke 18:1–8

Memory verseLuke 18:1

Big ideasAlways pray · Don't give up

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the story of The Persistent Widow in the Bible?

You can read it in Luke 18:1–8.

What is the story of The Persistent Widow about?

Jesus spake a parable "that men ought always to pray, and not to faint." There was a judge "which feared not God, neither regarded man," and a widow kept coming to him, saying, "Avenge me of mine adversary." Because of "her continual coming," he did it, and Jesus said God will avenge "his own elect, which cry day and night unto him" and "will avenge them speedily."

What can kids learn from The Persistent Widow?

Big ideas to teach: Always pray, Don't give up.