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In the parable of the ten virgins, the wise virgins were prepared for the arrival of the bridegroom because they had extra oil to keep their lamps lit. This extra oil symbolizes spiritual discipline, which is essential for believers in Christ to be prepared for His return.

Spiritual discipline refers to the habits and practices that help us maintain a strong and consistent relationship with God. It involves regularly reading the Bible, praying, attending church, participating in small group studies, and practicing spiritual disciplines like fasting, meditation, and solitude. By engaging in these practices, we deepen our faith, grow closer to God, and become more attuned to the Holy Spirit's leading in our lives.

In the context of the parable, spiritual discipline is what enabled the wise virgins to keep their lamps lit and be prepared for the bridegroom's arrival. Similarly, by developing spiritual disciplines, we keep our hearts and minds focused on Christ, ready and waiting for His return.

Spiritual discipline requires commitment and effort, but the rewards are immeasurable. By developing habits that keep us focused on Christ and His teachings, we become more like Him, and our lives reflect His love and grace to those around us. Furthermore, when we practice spiritual discipline, we become better equipped to handle the challenges and trials that we face in life.

In summary, the parable of the ten virgins teaches us that spiritual discipline is crucial for our preparation for Christ's return. It involves regularly engaging in spiritual practices that help us grow in faith and deepen our relationship with God. By developing spiritual discipline, we become more like Christ and are better prepared to face the challenges of life and the uncertainty of Christ's return.

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I'd like to take this opportunity to congratulate you on completing another 365-day journey. I pray that God Almighty will shine his glory and light on you. This episode of today's podcast will teach us the importance of making God the center of our lives. If you take the time to reflect on the previous years, you will clearly see how much of your life requires alignment, and the only way to live a fulfilled life is only in the secret place of the Most High God. Please listen and share, and make every effort to never leave the secret place of the Most High God, because it is there that the mystery of your life is born and revealed. I pray that God will open your eyes to see the plan he has for you today.

What determine your process in life is the ability for you to identify your true source, as we approach the second quarter of the year its important we take out time to re-evaluate our lives and how far we've come. This episode will help us to re-identify our true identity in Christ Jesus as the source of our lives.

It doesn't matter where you are or what you have been through, what matters is your ability to not allow your past or present situation or circumstances define you. You need to keep your heads up. I believe this episode will open your eyes to a new possibilities in your life. It's never too late to get started. Just keep pressing on.

In order for the Father to conform us to the image of His Son (see Romans 8:29), we must abide in Christ. What does it mean to abide? It means to remain, rest, stay, wait, and continue. Abiding in Christ, then, involves waiting upon the Lord and entering into His peace. "But  they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall  mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and  they shall walk, and not faint" (Isaiah 40:31).

Moving Forward is important in life if you want to make progress. Forward is defined as toward the front; in the direction that one is facing or  traveling; onward so as to make progress; towards a successful  conclusion; toward the future; and ahead in time. May these episode inspire you to keep moving forward so that you may live your dreams.

The cross is the place where all the wounds of sin are healed. If you suffer from emotional problems--guilt, anxiety, depression, anger, or whatever--there is healing in the cross of Christ. If you are going through tragedy or suffering, there is comfort in abundance as you contemplate the sufferings of the spotless Savior on your behalf. After all, Peter wrote these very words to slaves who were suffering unjustly under cruel masters. The words about Christ’s wound (referring to the welts produced by whipping) must have spoken to the hearts of these slaves who were whipped unjustly. Peter knew that meditating on the cross would produce in them a heart of overflowing gratitude to the One who bore so much on their behalf.

Keeping the cross of Christ central will protect you from the many winds of false doctrine blowing in our day. 

The big question is "What does it mean to you?".

To work in God image is to exercise dominion. We cannot fully understand and operate in the dominion mandate without a relationship with Jesus Christ because in him lies the fullness of all things and the dominion over all are under him as the Lord of all. 

Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and, above all, confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted for something, and that this thing, at whatever cost, must be attained.

Although no one can go back and make a brand-new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand-new ending. It on depends on you. How do you intend to be remembered, what legacy will you leave behind? You can't be greater than your mind and imagination, you need to stretch yourself.

Getting starting is your engine to creating your future. This episode encourages us to get started, no matter the challenge, no matter our background, all that matter is YOU.

Start Now, not tomorrow. Now!