Luke 12:50 Meaning
But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it be accomplished!
Context Explained
48But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more.
49I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I, if it be already kindled?
50But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it be accomplished!
51Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:
52For from henceforth there shall be five in one house divided, three against two, and two against three.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 20:22
Jesus explains that his baptism refers to the suffering he will endure.
Mark 10:38
This verse similarly addresses the concept of sharing in Jesus' suffering.
Luke 22:42
In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus expresses his struggle with the coming suffering.
Source: Luke 12:50