The parable of the ten virgins teaches us that outward association with God’s people is not enough; every believer must remain personally prepared for the Bridegroom. The foolish virgins discovered too late that preparation could not be borrowed at the last moment. We must maintain a living relationship with Christ and keep our spiritual lives burning. Do not wait until the final moment to seek God. Scriptural Readings for the Day Matthew 25:1-4 (KJV) “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.” Matthew 25:13 (KJV) “Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.” Romans 12:11 (KJV) “Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;” Prayer Father, keep the fire of my faith burning. Help me to remain spiritually prepared and faithful, so that I will be ready when the Bridegroom comes. Amen.
