40 Days of Parables

Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector

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Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector

When Religion Gets in the Way “For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.”— Luke 18:14 (NIV) In this Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector devotional, Jesus confronts the toxic mix of pride and religion. He tells a story that flips expectations, showing us … Read more

Parable of the Persistent Widow

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Parable of the Persistent Widow

When Prayer Won’t Quit “And will not God bring about justice for His chosen ones, who cry out to Him day and night? Will He keep putting them off?”— Luke 18:7 (NIV) In this Parable of the Persistent Widow devotional, Jesus encourages us to pray with perseverance. He tells the story of a widow who … Read more