"Keep on the watch." ??

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"Keep on the watch."—Matt. 25:13.

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“Keep on the watch, therefore, because you know neither the day nor the hour." Jesus directed the parable of the ten virgins to his anointed followers, should we conclude that this passage contains no benefit for Christ’s “other sheep”? (John 10:16) Far from it! Remember, the message of the parable is simple: “Keep on the watch.” Does that apply only to the anointed? Jesus once said: “What I say to you, I say to all: Keep on the watch.” (Mark 13:37) 

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Jesus requires all his followers to prepare their hearts for faithful service and to meet the same standard of watchfulness. So all Christians follow the lead set by the anointed in this regard, imitating their good example and putting the ministry first in life. 

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Each of us may also keep in mind that the foolish virgins asked the discreet ones to give up some of their oil. Their vain request reminds us that no one can be faithful for us, can stay in the truth for us, or can keep on the watch for us. Each of us will answer to the righteous Judge whom Jehovah has appointed. We must be ready. And he is coming soon!

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The request to get some oil reminds us that no one can be faithful for us or stay watchful for us

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All Christians may also benefit from the main event in Jesus’ parable. After all, who of us is not excited about that prospective marriage? The anointed will be there in heaven; after the war of Armageddon, they will become Christ’s bride. (Rev. 19:7-9) 

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Everyone then on earth will benefit from that heavenly marriage, for it guarantees a perfect government for all. Whatever our hope for the future, whether heavenly or earthly, let us be resolved to learn the vital lesson of the parable of the ten virgins.

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Let us prove ready by preparing our hearts and keeping steadfast, ever vigilant, so that we may enjoy the glorious future that Jehovah has in store for us!

https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2015203?q=matt+25%3A13&p=par

[SHARON LEE MOYER]

Good reminder for when we get distracted.....

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3 hours ago, SHARON LEE MOYER said:

Good reminder for when we get distracted.....

@SHARON LEE MOYER Thank you! Jehovah Bless you! 

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