📖 Bible Passage (KJV) – Matthew 25:1-13
¹ Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom.
² And five of them were wise, and five were foolish.
³ They that were foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with them:
⁴ But the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps.
⁵ While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept.
⁶ And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom cometh; go ye out to meet him.
⁷ Then all those virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps.
⁸ And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out.
⁹ But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves.
¹⁰ And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage: and the door was shut.
¹¹ Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us.
¹² But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not.
¹³ Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.
✨ All Summed Up
This parable tells of ten virgins who were waiting for the bridegroom to arrive. Five were wise and brought extra oil for their lamps, while the other five were foolish and did not. When the bridegroom was delayed, all the virgins slept. At midnight, the call came that he had arrived. The wise virgins had enough oil to keep their lamps burning and went in with the bridegroom to the wedding feast, but the foolish virgins, who had to go buy more oil, were locked out. This parable is a warning from Jesus that we must always be spiritually prepared, for we do not know when He will return.
⚡Key Takeaway
- Be Spiritually Prepared – Keep your faith strong and stay filled with the Holy Spirit.
- The Importance of Readiness – Christ could return at any moment, and we must be watchful.
- No One Can Borrow Salvation – Each person must have their own relationship with God; it cannot be borrowed from another.
- There is a Point When It’s Too Late – When the door was shut, the foolish virgins could not enter. This represents the finality of Christ’s return and judgment.
- Faith Requires Action – The wise virgins didn’t just have lamps; they brought extra oil, representing diligence in maintaining faith.
💭 Reflect & Apply
This parable calls us to examine our own lives. Are we truly prepared for the return of Christ, or are we spiritually complacent? The wise virgins had oil, representing the Holy Spirit and a faithful walk with God, while the foolish ones were unprepared, caught up in worldly distractions. We must ask ourselves: Are our lamps burning bright with faith, or are we running low on oil? Take time today to seek the Lord in prayer, study His Word, and ensure your heart is ready for His coming. Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh!
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