What does Matthew 25:9 mean?

Matthew 25:9 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 25:9 today?

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

But 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.

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.

10And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage: and the door was shut.

11Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us.

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