What does Luke 16:31 mean?

Luke 16:31 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Luke 16:31 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And he said unto him, If they hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead.

29Abraham saith unto him, They have Moses and the prophets; let them hear them.

30And he said, Nay, father Abraham: but if one went unto them from the dead, they will repent.

31And he said unto him, If they hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead.

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