Luke 12:49-59

We're finding in Luke chapter 12 that Jesus has some harsh and direct words for his listeners. And this week's passage is no different. Why did Jesus bring fire to the earthy? Why did he say that he came to divide families? For a culture that primarily sees Jesus as a soft, gentle man, these words can seem startling. Yet, when we unpack them, we realize how good Jesus is and how his words are for our good.