“A Prepared Disciple- (The Parable of the Virgins)

Text: Matthew 25:13

Scripture Reading: Matthew 25: 1-3

Introduction: Wedding customs vary widely from country to country and from century to century!

          I.  What is the Lord’s coming?       

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        II.  Be ready for his coming!

              A.    A series of parables emphasizes this theme (Matthew 24:42).  

              B.    It would be good to know how to watch for Jesus’ return!   

        III.  Be ready to meet God at death!

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We are not ready to live until we are ready to die; nor are we ready to die if we are not ready to live!