Rich Man & Lazarus - 21 Principles

Summary

The sermon explores the 21 biblical principles found in the story of the rich man and Lazarus from Luke 16, emphasizing the reality of heaven, hell, angels, and the immediate fate of souls after death. It challenges popular misconceptions such as the prosperity gospel, purgatory, soul sleep, and reincarnation, affirming the literal interpretation of Scripture. The main lesson is that God's values differ from man's, material wealth does not indicate godliness, and the Bible alone is the authority for truth and repentance. Ultimately, the parable teaches that scaring people will not save them if they refuse to heed the Bible.