Luke 12:50
Luke 12:50 in Multiple Translations
But I have a baptism to undergo, and how distressed I am until it is accomplished!
But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it be accomplished!
But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it be accomplished!
But there is a baptism which I have to undergo; and how am I kept back till it is complete!
But I have a baptism to go through, and I'm in agony, wishing it was over!
Notwithstanding I must be baptized with a baptisme, and how am I grieued, till it be ended?
but I have a baptism to be baptized with, and how am I pressed till it may be completed!
But I have a baptism to be baptized with, and how distressed I am until it is accomplished!
But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it shall be accomplished!
And I have a baptism wherewith I am to be baptized: and how am I straitened until it be accomplished?
I must soon suffer [IDM] greatly. I am distressed, and I will continue to be distressed until my suffering is finished.
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Study Notes — Luke 12:50
- Context
- Cross References
- Luke 12:50 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Luke 12:50
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 12:50
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 12:50
- Trapp's Commentary on Luke 12:50
- Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 12:50
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 12:50
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 12:50
- Barnes' Notes on Luke 12:50
- Whedon's Commentary on Luke 12:50
- Sermons on Luke 12:50
Context — Not Peace but Division
50But I have a baptism to undergo, and how distressed I am until it is accomplished!
51Do you think that I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I tell you, but division. 52From now on, five in one household will be divided, three against two and two against three.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 12:27–28 | Now My soul is troubled, and what shall I say? ‘Father, save Me from this hour’? No, it is for this purpose that I have come to this hour. Father, glorify Your name!” Then a voice came from heaven: “I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.” |
| 2 | John 19:30 | When Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, “It is finished.” And bowing His head, He yielded up His spirit. |
| 3 | John 7:6–8 | Therefore Jesus told them, “Although your time is always at hand, My time has not yet come. The world cannot hate you, but it hates Me, because I testify that its works are evil. Go up to the feast on your own. I am not going up to this feast, because My time has not yet come.” |
| 4 | Mark 10:32–38 | As they were going up the road to Jerusalem, Jesus was walking ahead of them. The disciples were amazed, but those who followed were afraid. Again Jesus took the Twelve aside and began to tell them what was going to happen to Him: “Look, we are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be delivered over to the chief priests and scribes. They will condemn Him to death and will deliver Him over to the Gentiles, who will mock Him and spit on Him and flog Him and kill Him. And after three days He will rise again.” Then James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to Jesus and declared, “Teacher, we want You to do for us whatever we ask.” “What do you want Me to do for you?” He inquired. They answered, “Grant that one of us may sit at Your right hand and the other at Your left in Your glory.” “You do not know what you are asking,” Jesus replied. “Can you drink the cup I will drink, or be baptized with the baptism I will undergo?” |
| 5 | John 4:34 | Jesus explained, “My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me and to finish His work. |
| 6 | Psalms 40:8 | I delight to do Your will, O my God; Your law is within my heart.” |
| 7 | Matthew 20:17–22 | As Jesus was going up to Jerusalem, He took the twelve disciples aside and said, “Look, we are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be delivered over to the chief priests and scribes. They will condemn Him to death and will deliver Him over to the Gentiles to be mocked and flogged and crucified. And on the third day He will be raised to life.” Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons came to Jesus with her sons and knelt down to make a request of Him. “What do you want?” He inquired. She answered, “Declare that in Your kingdom one of these two sons of mine may sit at Your right hand, and the other at Your left.” “You do not know what you are asking,” Jesus replied. “Can you drink the cup I am going to drink?” “We can,” the brothers answered. |
| 8 | Acts 20:22 | And now, compelled by the Spirit, I am going to Jerusalem, not knowing what will happen to me there. |
| 9 | John 18:11 | “Put your sword back in its sheath!” Jesus said to Peter. “Shall I not drink the cup the Father has given Me?” |
| 10 | John 7:10 | But after His brothers had gone up to the feast, He also went—not publicly, but in secret. |
Luke 12:50 Summary
In Luke 12:50, Jesus is talking about His upcoming death on the cross, which He calls a 'baptism.' He's feeling distressed about it because He knows it will be very painful and difficult. But He's willing to go through it because it's part of God's plan to save humanity, as seen in (John 3:16). Just like Jesus was willing to suffer for us, we can learn to trust in God's plan and be willing to endure hardship for the sake of others, as seen in (Philippians 2:8). By following Jesus' example, we can learn to obey God's will, even when it's hard, and trust that He has a plan to bring good out of it, as seen in (Romans 8:28).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jesus mean by 'a baptism to undergo' in Luke 12:50?
Jesus is referring to His upcoming death on the cross, which is the ultimate act of obedience to God's will, as seen in Matthew 26:39 and Mark 10:38-39. This 'baptism' is a symbol of His suffering and death, which would bring redemption to humanity.
Why is Jesus distressed until His baptism is accomplished?
Jesus is distressed because He knows the immense suffering He will endure on the cross, as prophesied in Isaiah 53:3-5 and Psalm 22:1-18. His distress also stems from the weight of humanity's sin, which He will bear on the cross, as seen in John 1:29.
How does this verse relate to Jesus' mission on earth?
This verse highlights Jesus' mission to bring salvation to humanity through His death and resurrection, as seen in John 3:16 and Romans 5:8. By undergoing this 'baptism,' Jesus will fulfill God's plan of redemption, which will have far-reaching consequences for all humanity, as seen in Luke 12:49 and Matthew 10:34-36.
What can we learn from Jesus' attitude towards His baptism?
We can learn about the importance of obedience to God's will, even when it involves suffering, as seen in Philippians 2:8 and Hebrews 5:8. Jesus' example teaches us to trust in God's plan and to be willing to endure hardship for the sake of others, as seen in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 and 1 Peter 2:21.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can identify with Jesus' distress and willingness to undergo suffering for the sake of others?
- How can I apply Jesus' example of obedience to God's will in my own life, even when it's difficult or uncomfortable?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's plan, even when I don't understand what's happening?
- How can I balance my desire for comfort and ease with the need to follow Jesus' example of self-sacrifice and obedience?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 12:50
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 12:50
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 12:50
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 12:50
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 12:50
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 12:50
Cambridge Bible on Luke 12:50
Barnes' Notes on Luke 12:50
Whedon's Commentary on Luke 12:50
Sermons on Luke 12:50
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Willing to Drink His Cup by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon emphasizes the call to drink the cup of suffering and baptism of fire, following the example of Jesus who endured sorrow, anguish, and the cross. It challenges believer |
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Get Into the Ark! by Allan Halton | Allan Halton preaches on the importance of heeding Jesus' warning about the days of the coming of the Son of man, emphasizing the need to 'get out' of the world's ways and 'enter i |
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Baptism, a Divine Command to Be Observed. by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the significance of baptism as a divine commandment that must be observed by believers, arguing that it is not merely a ceremonial act but a vital expression o |
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Zeal by William MacDonald | William MacDonald emphasizes the critical importance of zeal in the life of a disciple, arguing that without a passionate commitment to Christ, one stands condemned. He illustrates |
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(Reformers and Their Stepchildren) Rottengeister! - Part 1 by Leonard Verduin | Leonard Verduin preaches about the historical context of the term 'Rottengeister' used to describe agitators within society, highlighting the Anabaptists' role as faction-makers ch |
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The Third Baptism by Mike Atnip | Mike Atnip preaches about the three baptisms in the Christian life, focusing on the often overlooked 'baptism of suffering' that Jesus spoke of in Luke 12:50. He emphasizes the imp |
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John 3:5 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom emphasizes the necessity of being born of water and the Spirit to enter the Kingdom of God, highlighting the importance of Baptism as a transformative and essential |







