Luke 12:49

I have come to send fire on the earth; and how I wish it was already kindled.

Revised King James New Testament

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 who did not know, and committed things worthy of a beating, shall be beaten with few blows. For to whomever much is given, of him shall much be required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask all the more.

50But I have a baptism to undergo; and how distressed I am until it is accomplished!

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Cross References

Matthew 3:10And now the axe is laid to the root of the trees: therefore every tree which does not bring forth good fruit is cut down, and cast into the fire.

Luke 12:51Do you suppose that I have come to give peace on earth? I tell you, No; but rather division:

Luke 19:39And some of the Pharisees in the multitude said to him, Teacher, rebuke your disciples.

John 11:8His disciples said to him, Rabbi, the Jews were just recently seeking to stone you; and would you go 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 →

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