Ready or Not

Scripture:

Matthew 25:10  "And while they were going to buy, the bridegroom came, and those who were ready went in with him to the marriage feast, and the door was shut".

Observation:

Jesus was talking to him followers about his return.  In this parable there were 10 virgins, 5 were ready and 5 were not.  The five who were not ready for the coming of the bridegroom, went to buy oil for their lamps, but when they got back, it was too late.  They missed their opportunity because they were too late and were not ready.

Application:

Ready or not Jesus is coming back.  We must live in a constant state of preparedness.  We must live believing that He is coming today.  We must always have oil in our lamps and our hearts prepared for His return.  As Christ followers, we should make the most of every opportunity because we don't know the day or hour when Christ will return.  We must be found working in His vineyard when He decides to come to get us.

Prayer:

Father, help me to live my life in constant "ready" mode.  Let me live hearing Your voice and following as a sheep listens to the voice of his shepherd.  Enable me to live ready at all times, expecting your imminent return.  Help me to make the most of every opportunity to serve you and build Your kingdom.

Your Son,
Jeff