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The rich man also died and was buried. 23In Hades, where he was being tormented, he looked up and saw Abraham far away with Lazarus by his side. 24He called out, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue; for I am in agony in these flames.’ 25But Abraham said, ‘Child, remember that during your lifetime you received your good things, and Lazarus in like manner evil things; but now he is comforted here, and you are in agony. 26Besides all this, between you and us a great chasm has been fixed, so that those who might want to pass from here to you cannot do so, and no one can cross from there to us.’ 27He said, ‘Then, father, I beg you to send him to my father’s house— 28for I have five brothers—that he may warn them, so that they will not also come into this place of torment.’ 29Abraham replied, ‘They have Moses and the prophets; they should listen to them.’ 30He said, ‘No, father Abraham; but if someone goes to them from the dead, they will repent.’ 31He said to him, ‘If they do not listen to Moses and the prophets, neither will they be convinced even if someone rises from the dead.’ ” New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Other Resources Study this scripture passage Find more resources at The Text This Week Resources on Luke 16:19-31 Total results: 184 The Poor You Always Have Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Maribeth Harper https://www.epriest.com/reflections/view/1591 Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Maribeth Harper Topics: The Poor , Jesus Source: ePriest A reflection on Luke 16:19-31 about our duties as Christians toward the poor. This meditation speaks on feeding the poor, caring for our brothers and sisters, and how Jesus became poor for us. Slavery to wealth Sermon Preparation or Illustration https://www.aplainaccount.org/post/luke-16-19-31-1/ Sermon Preparation or Illustration Topics: Feast , Heart , Wealth , Slavery Source: A Plain Account This commentary on Luke 16:19-31 observes that although the rich man must have known the mandate of Hebrew scripture for justice and care for the marginalized, his heart was hardened by slavery to wealth. If I Were Scrooge McDuck Service Outline or Song Suggestions by Eric Fistler https://www.pulpitfiction.com/archive/2017/02/24/ep-30 Service Outline or Song Suggestions by Eric Fistler Topics: Money , Law , Lazarus , Prophets Source: Pulpitfiction Themes from the Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31): the rich ignoring a poor man's plight and how to interpret the Law and the Prophets; and faith in God, not in riches (1Timothy 6:6-19). The Rich Man And Lazarus Article about Scripture by Michael Gillis https://blogs.ancientfaith.com/prayingintherain/2013/11/the-rich-man-and-lazarus-allegory-of/ Article about Scripture by Michael Gillis Topics: Soul , Sin , Lazarus Source: Ancient Faith Blogs In this article from the Orthodox tradition, Michael Gillis examines the rich man and Lazarus from Luke 16:19–31 as an allegory of the soul. On Stretching Parables Sermon Preparation or Illustration by David J Lose https://www.workingpreacher.org/dear-working-preacher/on-stretching-parables Sermon Preparation or Illustration by David J Lose Topics: Compassion , Parables , God's Love Source: Working Preacher In this devotional for Luke 16:19-31, the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus is an "extreme slice" of God's concern for the poor and encourages Christians to take their own compassion to the same extreme. What’s at Stake in How We Treat our Neighbors Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Philip LeMasters https://blogs.ancientfaith.com/easternchristianinsights/2018/11/03/whats-at-stake-in-how-we-treat-our-neighbors-homily-for-the-23rd-sunday-after-pentecost-and-the-5th-sunday-of-luke-in-the-orthodox-church/ Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Philip LeMasters Topics: Lazarus , Love your neighbor , God's Love , God's Mercy Source: Ancient Faith Blogs In this homily for Luke 16:19-31 and Ephesians 2:4-10 from the Orthodox tradition, Philip LeMasters shows that "our lives must become icons of God's love and mercy to our neighbors." Why is the rich man in Hell? Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Craig Uffman https://livingchurch.org/covenant/2013/10/03/why-is-the-rich-man-in-hell/ Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Craig Uffman Topics: Hell , Kingdom of God , Parable Source: The Living Church Craig Uffman says that in Luke 16:19-31 Jesus was not stating doctrine about the afterlife, but making a point via a parable about "the right response to the advent of the kingdom of God." As Rich as Lazarus Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Thomas Egger https://concordiatheology.org/2016/09/proper-21-%e2%80%a2-luke-1619-31-%e2%80%a2-september-25-2016/ Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Thomas Egger Topics: Promises of God, The , Lazarus , God's Presence Source: Concordia Theology "What God has promised us is that lasting bounty and lasting joy are found in Jesus Christ, in the world to come." Thomas Egger reflects on Jesus' story of the rich man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31). A Poor Man Named Lazarus Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Lawrence Farley https://blogs.ancientfaith.com/nootherfoundation/a-poor-man-named-lazarus/ Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Lawrence Farley Topics: Parables , Lazarus , Treasure , Greed Source: Ancient Faith Blogs In this reflection from the Orthodox tradition, Fr. Lawrence Farley uses the parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (Luke 16:19–31) to show what happens when we store up treasure and use it all for ourselves. Commentary on Luke 16:19-31 Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Karl Jacobson https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/rich-man-and-lazarus/commentary-on-luke-1619-31 Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Karl Jacobson Topics: Resurrection , Comfort , Parable , Wealth and poverty Source: Working Preacher Karl Jacobson’s commentary on Luke 16:19-31 contrasts the comfort of wealth with the comfort of the resurrection and reflects on wealth leading to complacency and apathy. Commentary on Luke 16:19-31 Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Barbara Rossing https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-26-3/commentary-on-luke-1619-31-4 Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Barbara Rossing Topics: Apocalypse , Martin Luther , Parable , Lazarus Source: Working Preacher Barbara Rossing’s commentary on the parable of the rich man and Lazarus in Luke 16:9-31 notes the text’s apocalyptic imagery which emphasizes a sense of urgency rather than a teaching about the afterlife. Preaching Notes on Repentance, Renewal of Creation Sermon Preparation or Illustration https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/worship-planning/season-of-creation/sixteenth-sunday-after-pentecost-year-c-planning-notes/sixteenth-sunday-after-pentecost-2019-year-c-preaching-notes Sermon Preparation or Illustration Topics: Stewardship , Creation , Covenant , Hope Source: Discipleship Ministries These preaching notes by Victoria Rebeck on Jeremiah 32:1-3, 6-15; Psalm 91: 14-16; Luke 16:19-31 are the last in a series on Creation. This week emphasizes repentance, hope and the renewal of things to come. Full Text Hymns on Luke 16:19-31 Oh, Come, Angel BandPD Heaven shall not wait© In Sight of the Crystal SeaPD See more hymns... The Rich Man and Lazarus Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Alyce M McKenzie http://www.patheos.com/Progressive-Christian/Rich-Man-Lazarus-Alyce-McKenzie-09-23-2013 Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Alyce M McKenzie Topics: Parables , Kingdom of God , Oppression , Lazarus Source: Patheos - Progressive Christianity In this reflection on the parable of the rich man and Lazarus found in Luke 16:19-31, Alyce McKenzie points out how the kingdom of God shows up in an unexpected way to a first-century audience. A Message for My Brothers Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Camille Cook Murray http://day1.org/7656-camille_cook_murray_a_message_for_my_brothers Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Camille Cook Murray Topics: Luke , Parables , Wealth and poverty Source: Day1 Camille Cook Murray unpacks the meaning of the parable of the rich man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31) by asking us to imagine ourselves as the rich man's brothers who still have a chance to be saved. Lazarus and the Rich Man Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Bill Olnhausen https://blogs.ancientfaith.com/frbill/37-lazarus-rich-man/ Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Bill Olnhausen Topics: Parables , Poverty , Wealth and poverty , Wealth Source: Ancient Faith Blogs In this commentary from the Orthodox tradition, Bill Olnhausen examines the parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (Luke 16:19-31) with particular reference to the Church Fathers on wealth and poverty. Share Your Bread Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Piers Linley https://english.op.org/torch/share-your-bread Scripture Meditation or Sermon by Piers Linley Topics: Parables , Charity Source: Torch: Catholic Homilies from the Dominican Friars Piers Linley preaches on the story of the rich man and Lazarus in Luke 16:19-31, pointing out that even in death the rich man considered Lazarus a lackey. Is this a warning for the modern West? The Rich Man and Lazarus: a Modern and Patristic Reflection Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Arthur G Quinn http://www.hprweb.com/2017/03/the-rich-man-and-lazarus-a-modern-and-patristic-reflection/ Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Arthur G Quinn Topics: Charity , Parable Source: Homiletic and Pastoral Review Arthur Quinn weaves together his own commentary on Luke 16:19-31 with thoughts from various Patristic authors, highlighting Lazarus' utter dependence on others and the rich man's obsession with earthly comfort. The Rich Man and the Beggar Book Quote by Fran Pratt http://globalworship.tumblr.com/post/150985690820/the-rich-man-the-beggar Book Quote by Fran Pratt Topics: Compassion , Art , Parable , Lazarus Source: Global Worship This resource includes a litany based on Luke 16:19-31, along with a sermon and artwork (by various artists) inspired by the parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus. God & Money Part 2 Sermon Preparation or Illustration by David J Lose https://www.workingpreacher.org/dear-working-preacher/in-god-we-trust-god-money-pt-2 Sermon Preparation or Illustration by David J Lose Topics: Greed , God's Provision , Parables , Money Source: Working Preacher This commentary explores the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31), demonstrating its command from Jesus to love God and others, especially with our money. Being Rich in the Kingdom Discussion Questions https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/worship-planning/season-of-creation/sixteenth-sunday-after-pentecost-year-c-planning-notes/sixteenth-sunday-after-pentecost-year-c-faith-formation Discussion Questions Topics: John Wesley , Lazarus , Wealth , Poverty Source: Discipleship Ministries Small group resources for a gathering focused on Luke 16:19-31. The discussion promts reflect on the danger of wealth, specifically in the way that it constrains compassion. Show more results This site is in beta. 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