Oil for our lamps
An empty lamp, no matter how beautiful it may be, is a useless lamp for it cannot give light.
The foolish have no oil in their lamps. They have burned themselves out through a life of self-seeking and dedication to worldly cares and vanities.
They do not even think of the Lord, much less wait for him coming.
The wise have oil in there lamps.
They are detached from themselves and from the cares of the world, and are full of charity.
They are indeed waiting for the Lord, and desire nothing else but His coming.
Lord, grant that when You come our minds may be alight with faith, our souls alight with hope, and our hearts alight with love.
Then You will lead us into the wedding feast, a feast of unending light and joy.
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