This is Deuteronomy 18: 10-12. It is incredibly interesting that the Bible forbids sorcery. Call it a matter of perspective, but a miracle could be looked at as magic. Hindu mystics believed Jesus Christ to be a great sorceror. The "Magi" came to visit Christ in the manger. One aspect of ancient magic was the ability to turn water into wine or blood. Jesus Christ rose from the dead and he resurrected Lazarus. His coming was prophesied. He had the ability to summon legions of angels. He walked on water. In Matthew 17, Jesus is standing on top of a mountain with the summoned spirits of Moses and Elijah. Jesus Christ was incredibly powerful and his Apostles also gained some of these abilities from their association with Christ. It should also be noted that the condemnation of sorcery is primarily in the Old Testament (should we talk about Moses?). Please note, Matt is not saying Jesus Christ is a sorceror (please, he gets enough mail), He's merely pointing out some interesting thoughts that have toiled around in his head.