10.21.12 (Parable of 10 Virgins)

10.21.12
Matthew 25:1-8
Parable of the 10 Virgins

1. A Wedding
- most feastive celebration before
2. 10 Virgins
- 5 wise and 5 fools
- preparedness for oil
3. Groom Arrives
- only the ready with oil will enter
4. Door was Shut
- no more second chances
- fools appeal
- "I don't know you."

Jewish Wedding:
1. Engagement
2. Preparatory
- legally married but not living together
3. Wedding Ceremony

Groom: Christ
Bridemaids: Professing Christians
- 5 wise
- 5 foolish
Oil: Salvation
- Check of Preparedness

Horrifying Happening:
"And the door was shut."
- like in Noah's time
- no more chance

* Prepare while there is time.

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