Ep. 137: The Rich Man & Lazarus

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Focused on Christ is dedicated to exalting Christ and equipping the church. Hosted by Mike Crump and Dr. Nathan Smith, Focused on Christ looks at topics and issues facing the Christian church and filters them through the Word of God. As pastors, Mike and Nathan can help navigate theology, current events, and relational issues that crop up in and around the church in order that followers of Jesus are prepared for living the gospel life among the nations. New episodes drop every Tuesday morning on all podcasting platforms as well as YouTube and X.

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Ep. 137: The Rich Man & Lazarus

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1 month ago

Ep. 137: The Rich Man & Lazarus

In this episode of Focused on Christ, Mike Crump and Pastor Nathan Smith dive deep into Jesus’ story of the Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19–31). Is this account a parable or an actual historical event? What does it reveal about heaven, hell, eternity, and the sufficiency of God’s Word?

We unpack:

Why most scholars view this as a parable.
The meaning of Abraham’s side and the Jewish understanding of life after death.
The selfishness of the rich man’s cries from Hades.
The eternal chasm between life and death.
Why miracles—even resurrection—cannot replace the authority of Scripture.
How this story points us to repentance, faith in Christ, and eternal perspective.

This conversation reminds us that God’s Word is enough and challenges us to consider what truly matters: not temporary comfort, but eternal life in Christ.

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📖 Key Scripture: Luke 16:19–31 | Psalm 73 | Matthew 8:34–36

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