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Ten Virgins

December 1st, 2008
Have you ever procrastinated anything?
What are the causes of procrastination?
What happens?
 
Matthew 25:1-13
 
What did the 10 virgins have in common?
1. Invited to the banquet
2. All knew the bridegroom was coming
3. All had some preparation
 
Today - common things in a religious sense:
1. Christian nation
2. Believe in God
3. Jesus= return
4. Involved religious group
 
How were the foolish virgins foolish?
No oil, not prepared
 
How are we unprepared?
Low commitment
Low knowledge
Comfortable, content
 
How were the wise virgins wise?
They were prepared
 
How were they prepared?
Anticipated the need
Knew what to expect
 
How do think God wants us to use this parable?
Get prepared
 
If Jesus came today what would he say?
(Well done....good and faithful servant?)
 
2 Peter 3:8-9 - Lord is not slow in keeping His promises.
 
What is the significance of the midnight arrival?
 
 
Are people sleeping today? How?
Putting thing off, not dealing with sin
Not searching
Going with the flow
 
Where are people going to?
 
 
Are most people going to be saved?
 
What things can interfere with preparation?
 
 
 
CONCULSION:
Don’t be caught unprepared!
Be Ready!