This week at Movement Church, we look at one of Jesus’ most sobering parables — the story of the ten bridesmaids in Matthew 25. Jesus tells a story about bridesmaids waiting for a bridegroom — five wise, five foolish — and the moment everything is revealed when he unexpectedly arrives. The difference between them isn’t how religious they look, but whether they were actually prepared. In the same way, Jesus calls His followers not to a passive belief, but to a life that stays awake, watchful, obedient, and ready for His return. This teaching digs into what true spiritual preparation looks like: building a life of daily discipleship, killing sin, leading our homes, staying rooted in Scripture, living out our faith, and not settling for a version of Christianity that’s only active on Sundays. It also confronts some of the modern habits that quietly leave us unprepared — and offers a hopeful path forward for anyone who needs a fresh start. Whether you’re feeling strong in your faith or realizing you’ve drifted, this message calls all of us to repent, follow Jesus wholeheartedly, and run the race with endurance. As J.C. Ryle once wrote, “At the beginning of life Satan says, ‘it’s too soon;’ at the end he says, ‘it’s too late.’” Jesus says it’s neither — it’s time to get ready. Join us as we explore what it truly means to keep watch, stay ready, and live prepared for the return of our King.