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Introduction:
The story of Lazarus is a popular biblical story. It is documented in the Gospel of John in the New Testament of the Christian Bible.
About the Author:
The New Testament is said to be a collection of writings by Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Paul, James, and Jude. The Gospel of John, in particular, is known to be written by John the Apostle.
Summary:
A Lazy Man:
There lived a man named Lazarus in the village of Bethany. He was known to be a lazy man and would spend his days lounging around, sleeping, and avoiding any kind of responsibility. Lazarus lived with his sister, Mary, and his brother-in-law. He never paid heed to their advice to be productive in life.
The Illness:
Lazarus suddenly fell seriously ill. Mary and John tried their best to take care of him, but his condition worsened over time. They called for a doctor, but it was too late– Lazarus had already passed away. John and Mary were deeply aggrieved.
The Miracle:
Four days after Lazarus’ burial, an extraordinary event occurred. Jesus, who had heard about Lazarus’ death, came to the village. He decided to visit Lazarus’ tomb. There, he rolled away his tomb and said, “Lazarus, come forth!” To everyone’s amazement, Lazarus emerged from the tomb, still wrapped in burial clothes. He was alive!
The news of Lazarus’ resurrection spread quickly and he became a living testament to the miraculous power of God.
A Changed Man:
From that day on, Lazarus was a changed man. He realized the value of life and the importance of not taking it for granted. He became diligent and responsible and used his second chance at life to help others.
Conclusion:
The tale of Lazarus’ miraculous resurrection is one that reiterates the importance of not being lazy and idle in one’s life. It also brings out the power of God and how it is important to have faith in Him.
