The Parable of the Widow and the Judge.
Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to teach them that they should always pray and never become discouraged.
“In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor respected people. And there was a widow in that same town who kept coming to him and pleading for her rights, saying, ‘Help me against my opponent!’
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For a long time the judge refused to act, but at last he said to himself, ‘Even though I don't fear God or respect people, yet because of all the trouble this widow is giving me, I will see to it that she gets her rights. If I don't, she will keep on coming and finally wear me out!’”
And the Lord continued, “Listen to what that corrupt judge said. Now, will God not judge in favor of his own people who cry to him day and night for help? Will he be slow to help them? I tell you, he will judge in their favor and do it quickly. But will the Son of Man find faith on earth when he comes?”
Luke 18:1-8
And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not faint. (Luke 18:1)
This year calls for much prayer. There has to be an increase in your prayer life as compared to last year. You should keep praying about your desires and not give up until the answer comes. Don't forget the fact that the effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much (James 5:16). Be diligent in your prayer life this year and be determined to keep times of prayer with the Lord.
If the unrighteous judge could harking to the persistent cry of the woman, God will certainly Harken to your persistent prayer. When the answer does not come immediately, do not be discouraged, for the delay to your prayer being answered does not mean denial. Keep knocking at the door and it shall be opened unto you.
May the Lord find you still believing that He is the Rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. Continue in prayer and pray without ceasing. Pray for an effective prayer life this year. Live with a continuous attitude of prayer, worship and thanksgiving. You will find rest, in Jesus' name.
Remain blessed.