Matthew 25:5

For the vision awaits an appointed time; it testifies of the end and does not lie. Though it lingers, wait for it, since

So then, let us not sleep as the others do, but let us remain awake and sober.

“Where is the promise of His coming?” they will ask. “Ever since our fathers fell asleep, everything continues as it has

Then He proceeded to tell the people this parable: “A man planted a vineyard, rented it out to some tenants, and went aw

But suppose that servant is wicked and says in his heart, ‘My master will be away a long time.’

After a long time the master of those servants returned and settled accounts with them.

Then Jesus returned and found them sleeping. “Simon, are you asleep?” He asked. “Were you not able to keep watch for one

But suppose that servant says in his heart, ‘My master will be a long time in coming,’ and he begins to beat the menserv

You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised.

On my bed at night I sought the one I love; I sought him, but did not find him.

Be sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.

The sailors were afraid, and each cried out to his own god. And they threw the ship’s cargo into the sea to lighten the

And again Jesus returned and found them sleeping, for their eyes were heavy.

So it is said: “Wake up, O sleeper, rise up from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.”

I tell you, He will promptly carry out justice on their behalf. Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will He find fa

I sleep, but my heart is awake. A sound! My beloved is knocking: “Open to me, my sister, my darling, my dove, my flawles

Then Jesus returned to the disciples and found them sleeping. “Were you not able to keep watch with Me for one hour?” He

And do this, understanding the occasion. The hour has come for you to wake up from your slumber, for our salvation is ne

than to hold fast to what you have until I come.