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Thomas Shepard

In regard of the rich grace and wisdom of his love toward his people for who sees not, but that it is a curse to be unready as these foolish virgins, who were therefore shut out.

Thomas Shepard

Wisdom

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Thomas Shepard is emphasizing that God's love is full of kindness and understanding for His people, but at the same time, being unprepared like the foolish virgins is a serious problem. Because they were not ready, they faced the consequence of being excluded, showing how important wisdom and readiness are in responding to God's grace.

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