Betrayal and Redemption
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Much is made of the betrayal of Judas, one of the twelve disciples of Jesus. Today, let’s listen to John’s gospel account of the Last Supper, where Jesus calls out someone else who will deny Him. “When Jesus had spoken, he was troubled in spirit, and testified, “Truly, truly, I say to you, one of you will betray me.” The disciples looked at one another, uncertain of whom he spoke… When Judas had gone out, Jesus said, “Now is the Son of man glorified, and in him God is glorified…Little children, yet a little while I am with you. You will seek me; and as I said to the Jews so now I say to you, ‘Where I am going you cannot come.’ Simon Peter said, “Lord, where are you going?” Jesus answered, “Where I am going you cannot follow me now; but you shall follow afterward.” Peter said, “Lord, why cannot I follow you now? I will lay down my life for you.” Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, the cock will not crow, till you have denied me three times.” If we’re honest with ourselves, we recognize we all betray and deny Jesus, just like Judas and Peter. And yet he’s always willing to welcome us back with open arms, if we simply admit our mistakes and resolve not to repeat them. Let’s Pray – Jesus our Redeemer. We often feel hamstrung by our sin, betraying you and the way you created us to thrive in this life. Help us to be conscious of our faults, that they would spur us to reconcile with you and your love. Amen. This is Mike Kelly with Pray For 2. Listen anytime at prayfor2.com, or on the Redeemer Radio app.
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