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  • John Gaston avatar

    The Midnight Cry

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 10, 2014
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    In the parable of the 10 Virgins, Jesus uses a wedding to describe the excitement about the Rapture. But it's also a warning. Half of the community of believers will not be ready when He comes. The Midnight Cry should wake us all to preparation.

    THE MIDNIGHT CRY Mt. 25:8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Appearances can be deceiving 1. A film crew was on location deep in the desert. One day an old Indian went up to the director and said, “Ugh. Tomorrow it rain.” The next day it rained. 2. A week later, the Indian went up to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Nickolas Kooi avatar

    Don't Let It Go Out! Series

    Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Nov 22, 2017
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    Jesus warns us to be ready for His return. He warns us because the danger and threat is real. To do so, He tells us story about 10 virgins who are waiting for the return of the Bridegroom. The parable is explained and applied to the hearer.

    In Annie Dillard’s Teaching a Stone to Talk, she talks about a British Artic expedition which set sail in 1845 to chart the Northwest Passage around the Canadian Artic to the Pacific ocean. Neither of the two ships and 138 men on board returned. Why? They packed their ship like they were going ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How To Respond To Jesus’ End Times’ Teaching Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 12, 2020
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    After sharing His teaching about the end times in chapter 24, Jesus shares what we should do with that knowledge. What does He say?

    WHAT DO I DO WITH THIS END TIMES' KNOWLEDGE JESUS JUST GAVE? Guess when? Study endlessly? Or be ready? - Matthew 24:36; Matthew 25:1-13. - Most of chapter 24 was Jesus answering His disciples’ question about the end times. We will go back and discuss the specifics of that in upcoming ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Will You Be When The Door Closes? (November 12. 2017).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020
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    Today’s text is about the stewardship of your soul. Have you been saved or is salvation like a taxi cab ride? There is a relationship beyond your baptism because as it has been said, “your baptism is like a wedding ring”.

    WHERE WILL YOU BE WHEN THE DOOR CLOSES? Text: Matthew 25:1 - 13 The story is told of neighbors having a conversation. The “…were talking over the back fence. “I went to a wedding this weekend,” said one, “but I don’t think the marriage will last.” “Why Not?” asked the other. “well when ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Jesus Is Coming Back, Be Prepared (5 Of 5) Series

    Contributed by Gary Holt on May 31, 2020
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    Jesus is coming back a second time to collect the faithful and issue rewards, we need to always be ready

    “Jesus is coming BACK, BE PREPARED” Week 5 of 5 Matthew 25:1-13 Credit: Steve Shepherd, Troy Borst, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament Please stand for the reading of God’s Word: Matthew 25:1-13 “At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim Walker avatar

    Keep Watch

    Contributed by Tim Walker on Jun 17, 2020
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    Most of Jesus’ parables are aimed at telling us about the kingdom of heaven or what it will be like when that kingdom arrives.

    Most of Jesus’ parables are aimed at telling us about the kingdom of heaven or what it will be like when that kingdom arrives. Now this passage begins with the phrase, “At that time, the kingdom of heaven will be like,” and then he goes on to describe a scene from a very typical Jewish wedding at ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    Heavenly Marriage

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jun 1, 2019
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    Get ready for the bride.

    HEAVENLY MARRIAGE Matthew 25: 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 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kingdom Parables 1 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jul 25, 2018
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    First of 5 messages exploring the parables related to the Kingdom.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Parables of the Kingdom” Review Jesus told parables or made up stories to illustrate spiritual truth in terms that people could instantly relate both emotionally and intellectually. The Parable of the Good Samaritan reminded us that we demonstrate ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Preparing For Christ's Second Coming

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 8, 2025
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    The second coming of Christ is an event that will forever change the course of human history. As believers, we are called to be ready, to live in constant anticipation, and to prepare ourselves spiritually, mentally, and emotionally.

    PREPARING FOR CHRIST'S SECOND COMING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 25:1-13 "Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom." Supporting Texts: Mark 13:32-37, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, 2 Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Be Ready For Christ's Coming

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 5, 2025
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    The parable of the ten virgins is a wake-up call for the Church. Jesus is coming again.

    BE READY FOR CHRIST'S COMING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Text: Matthew 25:1-13 Supporting Text: Revelation 22:12; 1 Thessalonians 4:16–18 INTRODUCTION: The parable of the ten virgins is a wake-up call for the Church. Jesus is coming again—suddenly, without notice. The question is not “Is He ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Grant Adams avatar

    Five Foolish Virgins

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 19, 2024
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    The most important thing a person cand do in this life is to get prepared for the next.

    1. To get ready to meet God. it’s your responsibility to do. One day you will stand face to face with Christ. a. By death; Hebrews 9:27 b. By rapture; 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 2. I said prepare, get ready. Does the bible really say that? Amos 4:17; Matthew 24:44 3. There are many today who have not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "the Coming End-Time Revival."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Mar 22, 2024
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    Throughout history, great men have confidently prophesied a coming spiritual awakening. God's miraculous works will be so evident that even skeptics will be amazed, leading to a widespread turning towards God and exposing hypocrisy for what it is: worked-up flesh.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Joel 2:28-29) [28] And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Time Is Coming Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Jan 17, 2024
     | 2,380 views

    There are profound truths around the end times: Jesus will return when we least expect it; there are signs that signal the approaching culmination of time; and, despite uncertainties, we can find comfort that in the end, Jesus will triumph.

    Introduction Video Ill.: No One Knows No one knows. But we all need to be ready. Mark Zuckerberg and others building doomsday bunkers ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living Ready Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Jan 17, 2024
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     | 2,521 views

    Are we living ready for Jesus’ return? Being ready means: Living with hope - living each day with anticipation for Jesus’ return; living a sanctified life - standing out and reflecting the transformative power of faith; and, having a renewed witness - sharing the love of Jesus with all others!

    Introduction Video Ill.: Til Kingdom Come I think that was a pretty good summary of what we discussed last week — Scripture teaches us that Jesus is coming. We do not know when. We can know that it will be soon. Most importantly, we must be ready and waiting. On Firm Ground Source: Will Norton, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    24th Sunday After Pentecost. November 12th, 2023. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 20, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,532 views

    Year A, Proper 27.

    Joshua 24:1-3, Joshua 24:14-25, Psalm 78:1-7, Amos 5:18-24, Psalm 70:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 25:1-13 A). RENEWING OUR COVENANT WITH THE LORD. Joshua 24:1-3; Joshua 24:14-25. The choice of Shechem as the site for the renewal of the covenant after the conquests under Joshua is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational