They took no oil with them

They took no oil with them.

John Francis

 

The Bible daily by disciple John

Matthew 25:3 They that were foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with them.

Whenever oil is mentioned in a parable it is usually symbolic of the Holy Spirit. When I read this parable, which is often referred to as the parable of the wise and foolish virgins, I'm thinking about all the Christians who have decided to ignore  the Holy Spirit gifts listed in 

1 Corinthians 12.7-10 What wonders we would have seen if everyone was gifted with the Holy Spirit, we would have healings, miracles and words of knowledge that would convince sinners that God knows everything about them, so that they repent.

We would have prophecy that would both encourage and show the saints how they should walk with God. We would always have interpretation when tongues were spoken. We would have discernment to know good from evil. We would have faith that moves mountains. It is so sad that people read about these things, and somehow decide it does not apply to them, and miss out on the power of God given to us so that we would be witnesses in this evil world.

The Bible tells us to seek the spiritual gifts and use them for the Glory of God. I and others have done this, and have received the gifts of the Holy Spirit, so I know it works. If you don’t claim these gifts you might be asked at judgement why you have wasted the gifts to be used for God's glory. You will also be like the foolish virgins who had no oil to light their lamps.

Prayer: Thank you our Heavenly Father for the gifts of the Holy Spirit and we pray that we will receive all the gifts that we need to serve you that your will be done, your kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen