The story of the ten virgins is part of a series of parables Jesus shared with his disciples to prepare them for his return to earth. He emphasized that his return will not be known by any as events will be business as usual. There will be signs of the season but the exact day and hour no one knows. He encouraged his followers to stay in readiness so he may find them on his return.
In the story of the ten virgins, the coming of the bridegroom is delayed; it did not happen at the time they expected to meet him, just as no one will know when Christ will return. During the time of delay all ten virgins got weary and slept, but the wise amongst them guarded themselves from the outcomes of drowsiness. They took with them enough oil to keep their lamps burning. They stayed in preparation and readiness of the master. Their spirit of readiness differentiated them as 'wise' and enabled them to feast with the bridegroom.
As children of God in a time that appears the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ is delayed, let us not allow ourselves to go off guard by following after fleshly satisfaction. Let's not get carried away with the times, but keep our faith in readiness of our Lord. Keeping the oil of the Holy Spirit in us at all times will safeguard us from losing our brightness on the Lord's return. As with the foolish virgin's the time of Christ's return will not be the time to look for where to buy salvation and gather the Holy Spirit, also it will not be possible to share the salvation of another person, it will be too late at that time.
As with our cars, we have indicators and warning lights for when the fuel runs dry so we can top up. Examine yourself daily to know the amount of Christ that is in you (2 Corinth. 13:5), stay in fellowship with the Holy Spirit by doing the things of the Spirit and obeying the word of God. Stay in fellowship with other Christians in a bible believing church. Stay in readiness of the coming of Christ, stay wise in Jesus name.
Prayer: Lord Jesus, I desire earnestly to feast with you on your return. I do not want to miss out. I invite you Holy Spirit of God, please fill me to the brim and keep me burning daily. Remove far from my life everything that contradicts your will and prevents my readiness for the Kingdom of God. I choose to be wise Lord. As I wait on you, please help me I pray in Jesus name, Amen.
One-Year Daily Bible Reading Plan - July 06 2010 - Psalms 56-59 (OT), Ephesians 6 (NT).
Pray for someone today - Pray for Christians who are living under the oppression of the devil so that whatever efforts they put into their lives do not yield result, that the God of Jacob will deliver them and set them free for His glory.
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