What does Matthew 25:7 mean?

Matthew 25:7 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 25:7 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Then all those virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps.

5While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept.

6And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom cometh; go ye out to meet him.

7Then all those virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps.

8And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out.

9But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves.

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