Luke 12:49

I came to cast fire upon the earth; and what do I wish, if it hath been already kindled?

Noyes Bible

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

48but he that knew not and did things worthy of stripes, will be beaten with few. And from every one to whom much hath been given, will much be required; and to whom much hath been entrusted, of him will the more be demanded.

50But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how is my soul troubled, till it be accomplished!

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Cross References

Isaiah 11:4But with righteousness shall he judge the poor, And decide with equity for the afflicted of the land; He shall smite the earth with the rod of his mouth; With the breath of his lips shall he slay the wicked.

Malachi 3:2But who shall abide the day of his coming? And who shall stand when he appeareth? For he shall be like the fire of the refiner, And like the soap of the fuller.

Matthew 3:10And already is the axe lying at the root of the trees; every tree therefore that beareth not good fruit is to be cut down, and cast into the fire.

Luke 12:51Think ye that I came to give peace in the earth? I tell you, nay, but rather division.

Luke 19:39And some of the Pharisees from among the multitude said to him, Teacher, rebuke thy disciples.

John 11:8The disciples say to him, Rabbi, the Jews but just now were seeking to stone thee, and goest thou thither 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 →

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