The tale of the Rich Man and Lazarus urges us to be compassionate and think about eternity. It's about a rich guy, Dives, and a poor man, Lazarus. Dives lives it up while Lazarus struggles outside his door. Dives never changes, even in the afterlife. This story warns us about the finality of death and our actions' eternal effects. The lesson? Heaven and hell are real. Don’t assume everyone goes to heaven. Dives thought he was good because he was rich. But that’s not true. Material success doesn’t mean God approves. Lazarus suffered but found comfort in heaven. God sees our pain and offers eternal comfort. This story reminds us life is short. We should focus on our relationship with Jesus and what lasts forever.