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Luke 12:35 - How To Be Ready For Jesus.Luke 12:35 (NIV) "Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning,COMMENTARY PEARL Watching and Ready Amazing Fact: Most biblical lamps were made of clay pottery and were oval-shaped or round and were squeezed on one end to form a channel for the wick, which was normally made from flax. Oil lamps were Often engraved with symbols. The most commonly used fuel was olive oil, although nut oil, fish oil, and other types of oil were sometimes used. Jesus advised His disciples to keep their lamps burning, to keep the light shining. This light represents the presence of the Light of the world. We need the continuous presence of Jesus, through His Holy Spirit, in order to share the gospel message with others and to prepare us for His return. Jesus promises a great blessing to those who consistently watch for their Master. "Assuredly, I say to you that he will gird himself and have them sit down to eat, and will come and serve them." They will be welcomed into heaven with a feast of celebration. Can you imagine being served a special dinner by the Lord of the universe? Though it might be tempting to sleep in the darkness, we need to stay sharp, focused, and ready for Christ's return. After all, He is "coming at an hour you do not expect" (Luke 12:40). Spending TIME WITH HIM IN REGULAR BIBLE STUDY AND PRAYER WILL KEEP YOUR LAMP BURNING BRIGHT. [Moving Mountains by Amazing Facts] LINKS FOR FURTHER STUDY Luke 12:35 - How To Be Ready For Jesus. https://www.abible.com/devotions/2019/20190609-1026.html https://www.abible.com/devotions/2010/20100408-1152.html Matthew 25:10 - Be Ready - Walking in the Spirit! https://www.abible.com/devotions/2008/20081013-0823.html John 8:12 - The Second I AM; JESUS THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD! https://www.abible.com/devotions/2025/20250131-1355.html LINKS WORTH CHECKING OUT https://abible.com/links/ |