Occupy II

June 14

Text: Matt. 25:1-13; More Lessons:  Jn 15:2.

In continuation of yesterday’s study, the second vital thing necessary to stay productive is the act of going an extra mile all the time. The undoing of the foolish virgins was their carelessness in not taking extra oil along when going to receive the bridegroom. Be a wise virgin; take extra oil for your journey. Learn to do a little more than everyone else is doing in the Christian faith. If the general rule is to fast once a week, go a step further, fast twice. It is a mark of seriousness and it will keep you on top.

Again, the Bible teaches us that to be productive and ready for the coming of the Lord, we must be sensitive, watchful and prayerful. Jesus is emphatic on this and He warns, Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come. Matt. 

24:42. And he cometh unto the disciples, and findeth them asleep, and saith unto Peter, What, could ye not watch with me one hour? Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak: Matt. 26:40-41. You must be alert always so that you are not carried away by the things and events of this world, especially such things like money, position, marriage, love of the world, etc.

Finally, you need to abstain from all appearance of evil. 1Thess. 5:22. To make Heaven, it is not enough to run away from things that are evil (sin) but also from things that look like sin (evil). The moment you notice the shadow of the devil in anything, no matter how wonderful it  is, just take to your heels and escape for your dear life. Note that to be able to do all the 

above and be productive, you need to belong to a full Bible believing church, study the Word of God, do according to the Word, and keep a closer walk with the Holy Spirit. I know God is faithful and He will keep and help you to make it to the end. Be occupied!

Prayer/Action

* Ask for the wisdom, grace and strength of God to go an extra mile for the Kingdom of God.

* Pray that you will be able to wait upon the Lord in righteousness and holiness all the days of your life.

* Pray that you will be productive like a tree planted by the river, physically, spiritually and in all areas of life.

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