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.

Which are some of the most touching and soul-winning of Christ's parables?
How is the true God distinguished from all false gods?
21. What miraculous event occurred at the death of Christ, signifying that the sacrificial system was for ever at an end ?
Does the New Testament teach the same duty?
When was there a wonderful darkening of the sun?
What is God's final warning against false worship?
For what purpose was man made?

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