Luke 12:49

I have come to send fire on the earth; and what do I will, if it is already kindled?

1902 William Baxter Godbey NT

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 the one not knowing, and doing things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few. But to every one to whom much is given, much will be required of him: and to whom they commit much, of him they will ask the more.

50And I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it may be perfected!

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Cross References

Matthew 3:10But already the ax is laid to the root of the trees; therefore every tree not producing good fruit is hewn down and cast into the fire.

Luke 12:51Do you think that I have come to give peace on the earth? I say unto you, Nay, but division.

Luke 19:39And certain ones of the Pharisees from the multitude said to Him, Teacher, rebuke thy disciples:

John 11:8The disciples said to Him, Master, the Jews were but now seeking to stone thee; dost thou go hither 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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