Introduction

Pray always. Do not lose heart. This is the encouragement of the Christ of the gospel today. Persistence in our every encounter with the divine will be blessed. Wrestle with the word. Remember your baptism again and again. Come regularly to Christ’s table. Persistence in our every encounter with the divine will be blessed.

Readings and Psalm

• Genesis 32:22-31
  Jacob’s struggle with the angel: I’ll not let go until you bless me

   
• 2 Timothy 3:14–4:5
  In the presence of Christ the judge, proclaim the message

   
• Luke 18:1-8
  The widow begs for justice; God grants justice to those who cry to him