Luke 16:25
The Scripture
(25) But Abraham said, Son, remember that thou in thy lifetime receivedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things: but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jesus meets a wealthy man named Zacchaeus who climbs a tree to be seen by him and promises to give away half of his possessions if Jesus blesses him. Jesus praises his repentance and says that his generosity will be recorded in the kingdom of God. The encounter highlights the contrast between wealth and spiritual wealth and shows that true blessing comes from humility and repentance.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Luke 16:23Lamentations 1:7Daniel 5:22Daniel 5:23Daniel 5:30Mark 9:46Luke 6:24Job 21:13Job 21:14Job 22:18Psalms 17:14Psalms 37:35
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