Read Luke 12:49-53

JESUS WARNS ABOUT COMING DIVISIONS
The baptism to which Jesus referred, was His crucifixion. Jesus was dreading the physical pain, of course, but even worse would be the spiritual pain of complete separation from God that would accompany His death for the sins of the world.
In these strange and unsettling words, Jesus revealed that His coming often results in conflict. Because He demands a response, families may be split apart when some choose to follow Him and others refuse to do so. There is no middle ground with Jesus. He demands loyalty and commitment, sometimes to the point of severing other relationships. Are you willing to risk your family’s and friend’s disapproval in order to follow Jesus and gain eternal life?