Why was the parable of the importunate widow given?

Answer

And He spoke a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to Pray, and not to faint." Luke 18:
NOTE - The importunate widow got her request because of her persistency. God wants us to seek
Him, and to seek Him. earnestly, when we pray. He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him. Heb.
11: 6.

11. How did the Jewish leaders in the days of Christ, for the sake of gain, make void the fifth commandment?
By what authority was Sunday Sabbath-keeping instituted?
What is the next event mentioned in the prophecy?
What is Satan himself called?
Why is sorrow better than laughter?
In whom are we complete?
Why are the Scriptures given?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle