“And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom” (Luke 16:23).
We are familiar with the story of the rich man and Lazarus. The rich man had it all in this life. Poor Lazarus was a beggar who “laid at his gate full of sores.” The biggest difference between the two men was Lazarus was ready to meet the Lord when he died. The rich man was so consumed with wealth and luxury, he forgot to prepare for eternity.
Our verse is speaking of the rich man’s destiny. Hell is real. Just ask the rich man. He was in great torment in the flames of hell. Lifting up his eyes and seeing Lazarus at peace and rest in “Abraham’s bosom” surely added to his torment.
We don’t want to think about a place of eternal torment. The reality of hell will be felt by those who reject the Eternal Light.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray for new believers. Allow God to use you in mentoring new converts in your church. Pray as missionaries teach by word/example.
