Going through persecution is not easy. There are reasons to doubt, be discouraged, and depressed. Nevertheless, the widow’s persistent plea to the ungodly judge provides hope to those who go through such oppression, harassment, and persecution. Shall God not avenge His own elect who cry out day and night to Him? (Luke 18:7) Probably, the Lord had in mind those who would be persecuted, who would cry to Him day and night. In the context of intolerance and rising violence against Christians, believers should always remember that God is a righteous judge.
Special grace: Those who are persecuted need a special grace from God. A great spiritual strength, wisdom, and stamina. It is neither by power, nor might, but by the Spirit of the Lord. (Zachariah 4:6)
Perfect judge: Unlike the ungodly judge in the parable, God is perfect, good in moral and spiritual character. There is no flaw, selfishness or evil intentions in His dealings. He deals with His Kingdom and His children with uttermost care.
Loving judge: God is a loving judge who genuinely cares for His children. His love is inexhaustible, dynamic, transforming, and unconditional to His children who love and serve Him.
Knows His children: God is not a blind judge who does not care for who comes to Him seeking justice. He knows His sheep by name and has engraved them in His Palms. (John 10:3; Isaiah 49:16)
With Advocate: God’s people go to the Father with an advocate, who is seated on His Right Hand. (Colossians 3:1) He is the advocate who pleads by the virtue of His blood shed on the cross, which speaks better than the blood of Abel. (I John 2:1; Hebrews 12:24)
Promises: God is the judge who has Promised Eternal Life and bestows His righteousness upon His people. They would never be ashamed.
Accessibility and Availability: The presence of God is always open. There is no need for the king to stretch his sceptre to permit His people to enter. God is interested, involved, and engaged in each case.
Do I surrender to the righteous and wonderful judge?