“Ready to Be Loved”

Nov 8, 2026  •  The Rev. Billy Cerveny

This sermon teaches that true spiritual readiness for the return of Jesus Christ is not simply about professing faith or performing religious duties, but about having a genuine, life-transforming relationship with Him. Drawing from the parable of the wise and foolish bridesmaids in Matthew 25, it reveals that authentic faith naturally produces a life shaped by God's truth, love, and obedience—not because good works earn salvation, but because they are the evidence of a heart transformed by Christ. Ultimately, the sermon reminds believers that our readiness for Jesus comes not from striving for spiritual perfection, but from receiving His unconditional love and allowing that love to change us, trusting in the Savior who remains faithful even when we fall short and whose grace prepares our hearts for His return.