Devotion for Sunday, June 1, 2025

“Then all those virgins got up and trimmed their lamps.  But the foolish virgins said to the prudent ones, ‘Give us some of your oil, because our lamps are going out’” (Matthew 25:7-8).

Are you ready to meet the Lord?  Many say, “I am Christian,” but they are not living the new life they have been given.  They do not prepare to be able to give an account of the hope that is within them.  Others do what they do.  What about you?  Are you taking advantage of, and learning how to live, this new life?  Are you studying to show yourself approved?  Are you praying constantly — beyond just asking for stuff?

Lord, You know where I have a kindergarten-level faith.  Help me to move away from childishness and into a life of faith that seeks You every day.  Guide me in Your goodness and mercy to not be lazy with this faith that You have given me.  Lead me in the way of life that You intend for me to live.  I do not always know what to do, but You do.  Help me to draw closer to You each day so that I may be ready for whatever may come.

Lord Jesus, You have given us warning upon warning and I see the signs all around me.  Lead me into this life of faith that You have given me.  Guide me in Your goodness and mercy to stand firm in the truth, for You have spoken the words of eternal life.  Help me today to be diligent in doing what You give me to do.  Keep me holding fast to the truth.  Amen.