In Matthew 12, Jesus confronts the growing opposition of the Pharisees and reveals a defining truth: there is no neutral ground when it comes to Him. Jesus declares “Whoever is not with me is against me.” Jesus makes it clear—our response to Him defines our eternity. To follow Him is to live under His gentle rule; to reject Him is to stand opposed to God Himself. 

In addition, this passage causes us to consider whether we make God in our own image. Do we worship God or do we worship a version of ourselves?