Day 105: Moses sets more laws; including divorce, loans, and serving the poor | Jesus tells the parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man
In Deuteronomy 23-25, Moses instructs the Israelites on various laws regarding purity, community interactions, and fairness. These include guidelines on who may enter the assembly of the Lord, rules for cleanliness in the military camp, and obligations towards one’s neighbor, such as returning lost items. The text also covers justice in measures and weights, and how to treat the less fortunate, like leaving gleanings for the poor.How will the Israelites uphold these complex and compassionate laws in their daily lives as they prepare to enter the Promised Land?In Luke 16:19-17:10, Jesus shares the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, illustrating the fate of those who ignore the needy. The rich man lives luxuriously while Lazarus, a poor man, suffers at his gate. After death, Lazarus is comforted in Abraham's bosom, whereas the rich man endures torment in Hades, leading to a plea for his family’s repentance, which Abraham denies, emphasizing the sufficiency of Moses and the prophets for guidance.The narrative continues with Jesus teaching about faith and forgiveness, highlighting the power of even a tiny amount of faith and the necessity of forgiving others repeatedly. He concludes with a lesson on humility and duty, comparing the disciples to servants who should not expect thanks for merely doing their duty.Will the rich man’s brothers heed the warning and change their ways, avoiding his fiery fate?Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymasterDeuteronomy 23Deuteronomy 24Deuteronomy 25Luke 16: 19-31Luke 17: 1-10Psalm 45:10-17