October 19, 2025 - How to Annoy a Judge (But Not a Good Father) | Luke 18:1-8 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI

Do you ever find it hard to keep praying? Maybe you’ve lost heart—too busy, too tired, too discouraged to keep bringing your needs before God. Jesus understands that temptation, and in this parable He gives us the antidote: remember who God really is.In this message, we’ll see:Why Jesus calls us to pray and not lose heartWhat the parable of the persistent widow teaches about perseverance in prayerHow God’s character stands in complete contrast to the unjust judgeWhy persistent prayer is not pestering a reluctant deity—but trusting a good Father who loves to hear from His childrenFaith is expressed through persistence. So don’t give up. Don’t lose heart. Keep praying to the God who is not annoyed by your voice, but delighted by your dependence.