Episode 6: Be Prepared!

🕯️ Do you have enough oil? In this episode of Duct Tape and Jesus, we jump into Matthew 25:1–13, the Parable of the Ten Virgins, and talk about what it really means to be ready for Christ’s return. Jesus tells the story of ten women waiting for the bridegroom. Five came prepared with extra oil for their lamps, and five… well… let’s just say they didn’t plan ahead very well. 😬 When the bridegroom finally arrived in the middle of the night, only the ones who were prepared were able to go into the wedding feast. So what does the oil represent? Why couldn’t the wise virgins just share? And what does this parable teach us about our personal relationship with Jesus? In this episode we talk about: 🔥 What it means to keep your lamp full ⏳ Why spiritual preparation matters 🙏 Why your relationship with Jesus is something no one else can carry for you 🚪 The powerful moment when the door was shut 👀 And how Jesus calls us to stay watchful and ready We also get real about how easy it is to look ready on the outside but not actually be prepared on the inside. Faith isn’t something we can borrow from someone else—it has to be our own. Your pastor can’t lend it to you. Your parents can’t hand it to you. Your best friend can’t give you some of theirs. Just like in the parable… you have to bring your own oil. So grab your coffee, check your lamp, and join us for this conversation about faith, readiness, and keeping our hearts prepared for the return of Christ. ✨ Remember, duct tape and Jesus can fix anything. Jesus Loves You!!!  You can find us at our Facebook page: facebook.com/ducttapeandjesus or at our Youtube Channel: youtube.com/@DuctTapeandJesus You can also email us at [email protected] with anything from comments to prayer requests to questions. Stay Blessed Ya'll!