The Rich Man and Lazarus

What was something that stood out to you from this past Sunday’s message? Share what you learned and how it will impact your life.

Read Luke 16:19–31. What part of this story catches your attention most, and why?

Read Luke 16:19-21. What do you notice about the contrast between the rich man and Lazarus? What might Jesus want us to notice about their lives?

Lazarus was lying at the rich man's gate, yet the rich man apparently did nothing to help him. What do you think this reveals about the rich man's heart?

The rich man's wealth was not presented as the only problem. What does his response to Lazarus teach us about the danger of allowing possessions, comfort, or success to become more important than God and people?

What does the big change that happens after their deaths teach us about how temporary life is on Earth and the truth about eternity?

Read 1 Timothy 6:17–19. What instructions does Paul give to rich believers? How do these instructions challenge the way we think about possessions and generosity?

Read Hebrews 3:7–8 and Luke 16:29–31. What do these passages teach us about the danger of hearing God's truth but continually delaying our response?

Read Luke 16:19–31. What does this passage teach us about the heart of Jesus toward people who are overlooked or suffering? How does Jesus' own sacrificial love challenge the way we use what God has entrusted to us?

Think about what God has given you – your money, time, skills, things you own, or influence. What is one way you can use these blessings this week to honour God and help someone else?