Luke 12:47-49

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⁴⁷ “If a servant knew what the master wanted, and didn’t get ready, or do what was wanted, the punishment will be a severe beating. ⁴⁸ If the servant didn’t know, and did what deserved a beating, it will be a light beating. Much will be required from one who is given much; if someone is entrusted with much, even more will be expected in return.”

Reading the signs of the times

⁴⁹ “I came to throw fire upon the earth,” Jesus continued, “and I wish it were already alight!