Shining Like The Stars

Introduction: "sleeping in the dust"
–The souls of all people who have lived and died await the resurrection, the reunion of soul and body.

1. We are to be wise
   a. We are prepared for salvation through Jesus
   b. We are prepared through a pure and productive lifestyle

2. We are to turn many to righteousness
   a. We evangelize the lost
   b. We edify the saints

3. We are to wait

4. We are to shine in eternity
   a. The crown of the victor
   b. The crown of rejoicing
   c. The crown of righteousness
   d. The crown of life
   e. The crown of glory

Other passages: Matthew 25:1-13