Luke 12:49
I came to send a fire on the earth, and it may even now have been lighted.
Bible in Basic English
In The King James Version
I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I if it be already kindled?
In Context
50But there is a baptism which I have to undergo; and how am I kept back till it is complete!
Cross References
Isaiah 11:4But he will do right in the cause of the poor, and give wise decisions for those in the land who are in need; and the rod of his mouth will come down on the cruel, and with the breath of his lips he will put an end to the evil-doer.
Malachi 3:2But by whom may the day of his coming be faced? and who may keep his place when he is seen? for he is like the metal-tester's fire and the cleaner's soap.
Matthew 3:10And even now the axe is put to the root of the trees; every tree then which does not give good fruit is cut down, and put into the fire.
Luke 12:51Is it your opinion that I have come to give peace on earth? I say to you, No, but division:
Luke 19:39And some of the Pharisees among the people said to him, Master, make your disciples be quiet.
John 11:8The disciples said to him, Master, the Jews were attempting only the other day to have you stoned, and are you going back there again?
Matthew Henry on Luke 12:42-54
Vigilance and Exertion Inculcated. 41 Then Peter said unto him, Lord, speakest thou this parable unto us, or even to all? 42 And the Lord said, Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom his lord shall make ruler over his household, to give them their portion of meat in due season? 43 Blessed is that servant, whom his lord when he cometh shall find so doing. 44 Of a truth I say unto you, that he will make him ruler over all that he hath. 45 But and if that servant say in his heart, My lord delayeth his… Read the whole commentary →