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NASB | Luke 16:19 ¶ "Now there was a rich man, and he habitually dressed in purple and fine linen, joyously living in splendor every day. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Luke 16:19 ¶ "Now there was a certain rich man who was habitually dressed in expensive purple and fine linen, and celebrated and lived joyously in splendor every day. |
Bible Question: Luke 16:19-31 refers to the rich man and Lazaras. My question is, will we be able to view into hell and will they be able to see those in heaven. If so, won't we recognize loved ones, friends and family who are suffering? Please Comment |
Bible Answer: Greetings YOUth! Rev 21: 4 states - "and He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will no longer be any death; there will no longer be any mourning, or crying, or pain; the first things have passed away." This is a description of eternity WITH GOD. Since seeing a "loved one" suffer would cause pain and mourning, we can most likely conclude that we will NOT be aware of those who have been cast from the presence of God. It is a difficult to watch those we love and hold dear reject Jesus, our Savior. How we long for them to come to a saving knowledge of Him! However, my personal comfort comes from the understanding that in Heaven, when our love for the Lord will be perfected, we will be in complete agreement with God as to their eternal state. How different we will regard those who have rejected Him! (My support for this is based upon Jesus' words in Matthew 10:37 "He who loves father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me; and he who loves son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me.") I hope this helps. Continue to pray and intercede for the souls of those you love before the Throne of Grace while it is called "Today!" Blessings, Mommapbs |