And if I drive out demons by Beelzebul, who is it your sons drive them out by? For this reason they will be your judges.
Luke 11:19
Jesus is using the classic ‘you can’t have your cake and eat it too’ argument. There were those among the Jews who practiced exorcism. Jesus doesn’t comment here on their relative success, or legitimacy. But, He does call his critics on the carpet for their hypocrisy.
The fact was that Jesus was being attacked because the leadership of the Jewish nation could not ignore the many things He was doing. He was different. There were many in that time who pretended to be the Messiah. But, Jesus was unique. His works had to be repudiated, or accepted.
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Messiah! Jesus is perfect! We will live to proclaim Him to the ends of the earth. Thank You for bringing us to see our need and turn to Christ. You are worthy of all honor and praise forever! Every day gives me a new opportunity to glorify Your Holy Name. Thank You! In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.