Today: [Matthew 12] Jesus Disciples Break the Rules! In chapter 12 of Matthew Jesus enters into a prolonged controversy with the Pharisees because they do not approve of the lax behavior of His followers regarding the Sabbath. Because Jesus is not stringent in His interpretation of the law, in this chapter the plan of His enemies to have Him put to death is hatched. What about your situation? Are you pandering to the religious crowd, so you don’t incur their ire or criticism? We can learn from the example of Jesus in this chapter, to obey God first regardless what men might think or whether they approve.