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In Matthew chapter 12, several key events take place:
1. Jesus and his disciples are accused by the Pharisees of breaking the Sabbath by picking grain on that day. Jesus defends his disciples by referencing examples from the Old Testament and asserts his authority over the Sabbath.
2. Jesus heals a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath, further angering the Pharisees who plot against him.
3. Jesus continues to perform miracles, including healing a demon-possessed man who was blind and mute, leading people to question his identity and authority.
4. Jesus addresses the Pharisees' accusations of him casting out demons by the power of Beelzebul, asserting that it is by the Spirit of God that he performs miracles.
5. Jesus warns about the seriousness of blasphemy against the Holy Spirit and emphasizes the importance of the words we speak, as they reflect the condition of our hearts.
6. Lastly, Jesus highlights the importance of doing the will of God, stating that those who follow God's will are considered his true family.
Overall, this chapter in the Gospel of Matthew showcases Jesus challenging religious authorities, performing miracles, and teaching about spiritual matters and the kingdom of God.