In Luke’s Gospel, the Gospel of grace, many widows are mentioned. That is very striking. We see that these women were and are able to count on God’s special care.
Loneliness and old age: the elderly prophetess Anna (Luke 2:36–37). – She attended the services, prayed much, praised God, and used her time to talk with others about spiritual matters. She was allowed to see the Lord Jesus.
Famine: the starving widow from Zarephath (Luke 4:25–26). – She practiced hospitality in trust in God. She was provided for continually.
Grief: the grieving widow from Nain (Luke 7:12). – She met the Lord Jesus and found comfort in the resurrection.
Attacks: the oppressed widow and the unrighteous judge (Luke 18:3–5) – The widow remained persistent and did not let herself simply be cheated. Justice was secured for her. In application, she remained steadfast in prayer and experienced an answer.
Money worries: the penniless widow at the treasury in the temple (Luke 21:1–4). – This very poor woman gave her entire livelihood for the things of God. She receives the recognition of the Son of God.
For every widow and every believer, it is encouraging to see the grace that turns to the helpless. At the same time, we also see a field of work that opens up for them:
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