The great gulf

As he continues his assault upon religious worldliness, and his pressure for men to live in the light of eternity, our Lord speaks of two distinct lives, two similar deaths, two contrasting destinations, and brings two gripping lessons. In the vivid contrasts between the rich man and Lazarus, we should learn the finality of the eternal state, and must learn the fullness of the written Word. God has spoken, and we must repent if we are to flee from hell and obtain heaven.