March 19, 2023, Lent 4: ”Be Prepared”

In the Parable of the Bridesmaids, the wise bridesmaids refuse to share their extra supplies of oil with the foolish bridesmaids, who are ultimately shut out of the wedding feast when the groom arrives. This seems to clash with the Parable of the Workers, where the landowner gives the same to all workers regardless of when they arrive. What might Jesus be saying to us in this parable? Why don't the wise bridesmaids share their oil? And 2000 years after his first advent, what does it mean to be prepared for his return? Pastor David preaches "Be Prepared" based on Matthew 25:1-13.