Definitions
Continued effort despite difficulties or obstacles
Persistence
How is God different from the unjust judge?
Unlike the unjust judge, God is caring, just, and listens to His people.
The person who sought justice
The widow
What passage of Scripture refers to the Parable of the Persistent Widow?
Luke 18:1-8
Why is it important to ask God for what we need?
We are His children, and He wants us to come to Him!
Recognizing your mistake and seek reconciliation
Repentance
What is the purpose of persistent prayer?
Someone in power who does not fear man or God
The Judge
What passage helps us to look more at Elijah's prayer for rain and how persistency led to what he needed?
James 5:16-18
Why is it important to ask God persistently for what we need?
It builds our faith to trust God
Forgive
What do all three parables emphasize?
God's heart for the lost
Which character represents God's unconditional love and patience?
The father
What passage of Scripture is the parable of the Lost sheep found?
Luke 15:1-7
What is something you are praying for persistenly this week?
The free and unmerited favor of God
Grace
Heaven _____ over each person who returns to God
Rejoices
Who symbolizes those who stray away but are welcomed back? (Often who we relate to)
The prodigal son
Where is the parable of the Prodigal Son found?
Luke 15:11-32
How does God pursue people today?
Through Scripture, Gospel message, other people.
Loving someone without any conditions or expectations
Unconditional love
The father's constant love for both sons shows God's desire for all His children, regardless of their past, shows what kind of love?
Unconditional
Which character is bitter of the father's acceptance of the son who strayed?
The older son
What Scripture illustrates God's love even when we were distant from Him
Romans 5:8
How have you seen God's unconditional love?
Thank you for sharing!