In the Garden of Gethsemane, we see Jesus preparing to drink what we couldn't drink - the cup of God's wrath. He is also the One who remains vigilant, watchful and awake while the disciples fell asleep. This account reminds us that Jesus bore the wrath we deserved and keeps watch over our souls. 

Jesus describes His return like bridesmaids waiting for the groom to arrive at the reception. This parable - a simple story that illustrates a spiritual truth - teaches us to expect a period of waiting, expect Jesus' return to be sudden and to expect some to be shocked.