![]() And as James reminds us, we can’t “merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves.” We have to “do what it says” (James 1:22). The Parable of Lazarus and Rich Man encourages us to do some self-examination. The Lazarus and Rich Man parable teaches us that spiritual blindness causes us to fumble about aimlessly, ignore those in need around us, and not see the beauty of this world that God shows us all the time. Even if the dead arise and testify, people will harden their hearts just like Pharaoh hardened his heart against the Israelite people and will be unwilling to obey and believe. They will always find ways to justify their lifestyle and insubordination to God’s word. One of the key takeaways from this parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man is people’s minds are committed to disobedience. It is the fifth lesson from the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man. Believe in Jesus Christ and accept him as your Lord and Savior today, so that you may possess eternal life granted by our Gracious Father in Heaven through His beloved Son. We should never refuse to repent of our sins as this life on earth is short, and we can die at any moment. However, he did not and had to face the consequences. The rich man had many opportunities to repent before he died. Judgment to hell is permanent, and there is no escape out of hell. ![]() Do you know we cannot escape judgment? Everyone will be judged according to their works.It is the fourth lesson from the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man. Use all your abilities, energies, and wealth to honor God by helping the least of people among us. We should practice the art of sacrificial and generous giving. Taking care of the sick is an important aspect of God’s ministry and self-communication of love. ![]() Cultivate the habit of sharing what you can spare.
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