When the Oil Runs Out The Kingdom Key of Wise & Foolish

When the Oil Runs Out The Kingdom Key of Wise & Foolish

READ | Matthew 25:1-13

When their oil ran out, the foolish virgins asked the wise virgins for some of their oil. The wise virgins refused to give them any of their oil because of the possibility of them not having enough oil for themselves. Not only is it wise to prepare, but it is also wise to make sure your needs are met before helping others.

Jesus commanded us to Love God, Love Ourselves and to Love Everyone Else in that order (Matthew 22:34-40). We can only love others to the extent that we love ourselves. It is best to give to others after we have given to ourselves. Healthy giving is not giving out of our need but giving out of our abundance. Wisdom is making sure that our own needs are met before we help others with their needs.

The wise virgins did not leave the foolish virgins without advice. Sharing is caring. They told them where they were able to go to get oil. “Go to them that sell and buy for yourselves (Matthew 25:9).” Wisdom is knowing that we cannot do the work for people, but we must empower them to do it for themselves.

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