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What does the Bible say about spiritual sleep?

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In Romans 13:11-14, Paul urges believers to awake from spiritual sleep, emphasizing the importance of living in the light of Christ.

Paul's exhortation in Romans 13:11-14 addresses complacency among believers, urging them to recognize the time and awaken from their spiritual sleep. He draws a parallel to the parable of the foolish virgins, highlighting the danger of being indifferent to one's calling in Christ. This spiritual sleep symbolizes a failure to engage actively in faith and service, reflecting a lack of awareness of the impending return of Christ. Paul stresses that our salvation is nearer now than when we believed, instilling a sense of urgency to align our lives with God's calling and to reflect His light in a dark world.
Scripture References: Romans 13:11-14, Matthew 25:1-13, Ephesians 5:14, Romans 13:11, 1 Thessalonians 5:6, 1 Corinthians 15:34, 1 Thessalonians 5:5-7

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"Awake"
David Pledger · Nov 3, 2019
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