What does Matthew 12:28 mean?

Matthew 12:28 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 12:28 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

But if I cast out devils by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God is come unto you.

26And if Satan cast out Satan, he is divided against himself; how shall then his kingdom stand?

27And if I by Beelzebub cast out devils, by whom do your children cast them out? therefore they shall be your judges.

28But if I cast out devils by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God is come unto you.

29Or else how can one enter into a strong man's house, and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man? and then he will spoil his house.

30He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad.

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