Bible References: Readiness / Being Prepared

A Parable is a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson, as told by Jesus in the Gospels.

Matthew 25: Parable of the Ten Virgins

Matthew 13: Parable of the Soils

Romans 3:23 

“for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”

1 Samuel 2:3

“Do not boast so proudly, or let arrogance come from your mouth, for the LORD is a God who knows, and by Him actions are weighed.”

Hebrews 4:12

“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.”

1 Samuel 16:7

“But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or height, for I have rejected him; the LORD does not see as man does. For man sees the outward appearance, but the LORD sees the heart.”

John 3:16

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”

1 Thessalonians 5:2

“For you yourselves are fully aware that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night.”

Isaiah 55:6

“Seek the LORD while he may be found; call on him while he is near.”