Bible Election
The Ten Virgins. "They that were ready went in with him to the marriage." Matt. 25:10.
1. What does the apostle Peter admonish us to do?
“Wherefore ... brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure.” 2 Peter 1:10.
Note.—This text at once reveals the fact that our salvation, so far as our own individual cases are concerned, is dependent upon our own action. We are elected to be saved; but we are to give diligence to make this election sure. If we do not, it will not meet its purpose in our case, and we shall be lost.
2. What admonition given by Christ teaches the same truth?
“Behold, I come quickly: hold that fast which thou hast, that no man take thy crown.” Rev. 3:11.
Note.—Crowns have been prepared for each of the finally redeemed. Every soul is a candidate in the race for eternal life, and hence for a crown. Faith in Jesus, and perseverance to the end, will hold it fast.
3. Upon what condition is the crown of life promised?