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    Wise Guys

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 27, 2024
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    If the philosopher strayed too far from that path, he risked following Socrates to an inevitable early death.

    Friday of the Twenty-First Week in Course 2024 Wise Guys “For Jews demand signs and Greeks seek wisdom, but we preach Christ crucified, a stumbling block to Jews and folly to Gentiles, but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God.” In the first ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Parable Of The Five Wise And Five Foolish Bridesmaids

    Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024
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    Five Wise and Five Foolish Bridesmaids

    Today, as we read in the Gospel Jesus’ parable about the Ten Bridesmaids, I couldn’t but reminisce two memorable experiences I had in September 2013. First, my experience of visiting the Holy Land during the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah. Rosh Hashanah is one of Judaism’s holiest days. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Lessons From The Wise And Foolish Virgins

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2025
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    The parable of the wise and foolish virgins, as recounted in Matthew 25, illustrates the importance of readiness and vigilance in the Christian life. It serves as a metaphor for the coming of Christ and the necessity of being prepared to meet Him.

    LESSONS FROM THE WISE AND FOOLISH VIRGINS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 25:1-13 “Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom.” Supporting Texts: 1 Thessalonians 5:5-6, Ephesians 5:15-16, Proverbs 21:20, Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Is There Oil In Your Lamp?

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 6, 2025
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    The parable of the ten virgins serves as a powerful reminder to every believer: "Is there oil in your lamp?" We are called to be wise, to prepare, and to keep our lamps burning until the Bridegroom comes.

    IS THERE OIL IN YOUR LAMP? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Text: Matthew 25:1-13 INTRODUCTION The parable of the ten virgins in Matthew 25:1-13 is a profound teaching from Jesus about being prepared for His coming. The key question it raises for each believer is: "Is there oil in your lamp?" ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Are You Ready To Meet The Angel Of Death? Series

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Feb 10, 2025
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    When the Angel of Death comes down after you, can you smile and say that you have been true. Can you truthfully say with your dying breath, that you're ready to meet the Angel of Death.

    Several decades ago a music artist sang a song titled, ‘Angel Of Death’. It is about being ready when your time comes to die. Jesus told his disciples “Be ye therefore ready also;” Let us notice the words of this song. "Angel Of Death" In the great book of John You're warned of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Time For An Oil Change

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Mar 10, 2025
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    It's easy to become complacent in our faith journey, allowing our lamps to run low on oil. life's distractions - busyness - worldly temptations can lead us astray if we're not vigilant.

    TITLE: TIME FOR AN OIL CHANGE SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 25:1-13 I sat in Sherman, TX on Wednesday to have my vehicle serviced. It was just that time, especially when I saw a code appear on the screen saying only had 20% Oil Life remaining. I do realize, as you do, that the engine in our vehicle is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Spiritual Procrastination Series

    Contributed by Todd Tenaglia on Jun 9, 2025
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    We all have things in our lives that we allow to keep us from living the life God has for us. Here we examine how to stop procrastinating and start living for the glory of God.

    Intro Moment—The Sound that Wakes the Soul Illustration This week, I saw a young man interviewed on the news following the deadly and destructive EF-4 tornado that hit Laurel County, Kentucky, on May 16th. His response when asked about how much time they had to get to safety before the tornado hit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Promises, Promises PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
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    Inspire hope in the promise of resurrection, encourage the pursuit of justice and righteousness, and urge preparedness for the return of Jesus Christ.

    Good morning, Church family! Today, we will be diving deep into three poignant passages of scripture - 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Amos 5:18-24, and Matthew 25:1-13. These passages will guide us in exploring the profound themes of the promise of the resurrection, offering hope to each other, and ...read more

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    Watch The Oil PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    Encourage Christians to always be prepared, keep their faith strong, and remain focused on Jesus Christ, as we do not know the day or hour of His return.

    Good morning, church! I'm thrilled to share God's word with you today. We're going to dive into Matthew 25:1-13. In this passage, Jesus illustrates the kingdom of heaven through the Parable of the Ten Virgins. Five of them were wise and five were foolish. As we walk through this passage, we'll ...read more

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    Are You Prepared PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
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    The importance of spiritual preparation, prudence, and perseverance, urging us to remain steadfast and ready for the coming of our Savior.

    Good morning, dear family of faith. As we gather here today in this sacred space, in the presence of our Lord, we are reminded of the importance of preparation, prudence, and perseverance in our spiritual journey. We are reminded of the words of Jimmy Carter who once said, "We should live our lives ...read more

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    How Prepared Are You? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
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    This sermon explores the importance of spiritual readiness, wisdom, and anticipation for God's kingdom, as illustrated in the parable of the ten virgins. Key

    Good morning, beloved. There's a certain kind of warmth that fills our hearts as we gather together in this sacred sanctuary, isn't there? A warmth that radiates from the shared understanding that we are all here, not by coincidence, but by divine design. We are here, joining our hearts and voices ...read more

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    Parable Of The Ten Bridesmaids PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023
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    This sermon encourages spiritual preparedness, perseverance, and prudence, urging believers to live in anticipation of Christ's return, as illustrated in Matthew 25:1-13. Key

    Greetings, beloved family of Christ. We gather here today with hearts full of hope and minds eager for the nourishment that only the Word of God can provide. We are not here by happenstance, but by divine appointment. We are drawn together in this sacred space to engage in an intimate conversation ...read more

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    In God's Time PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
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    This sermon explores the importance of preparedness and unwavering faith in God, even in uncertain times, using the parable of the ten virgins.

    Good morning, everyone! It's always a joy to see your smiling faces and feel the warmth of your fellowship. We're here to share in the Word, to grow in our faith, and to be inspired to live out the love of Christ in our daily lives. Before we get into the meat of our sermon today, I'd like to share ...read more

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    Covenant With God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2023
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    This sermon explores being prepared and fearless as a church, drawing lessons from the Parable of the Ten Bridesmaids in Matthew 25:1-13.

    Good morning, family! There's a wonderful buzz in the air today. It's one of those Sundays where you can just feel that we're all here, ready to be filled with the Word of God. I want to start us off with a quote from one of my favorite Christian authors, A.W. Tozer. He once said, "A scared world ...read more

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    Enter The Gates Of Gratitude PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 6, 2023
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    This sermon explores the importance of faith, obedience, preparedness, and gratitude in our spiritual journey, using the parable of the ten virgins as a guide.

    Good morning, family. It's a joy to be here with you all today. We've got a real treat in store for us this morning. We're going to be looking at a passage from the Gospel of Matthew that's packed to the brim with wisdom and insight. It's a story that Jesus told to his disciples, and it's one that ...read more

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