February 18, 2026 Sermon

The sermon explores the concept of “wasted opportunities” through the story of Judas, who, despite witnessing Jesus’ miracles, betrayed him. The focus is on the importance of belief and transformation, not just witnessing God’s work. The sermon also examines the process of choosing Judas’ replacement, Matthias, highlighting the need for self-reflection and awareness of potential pitfalls in one’s faith journey.The sermon explores Judas’s betrayal of Jesus, highlighting his lack of belief as the root cause. It emphasizes the importance of belief in Jesus as the only way to salvation, challenging listeners to examine their own beliefs and prioritize their faith. The sermon also addresses the cultural discomfort with the idea of Jesus as the sole path to God, urging believers to embrace this truth.The text explores the story of Judas and Peter, highlighting the importance of faithfulness and belief in Jesus. It emphasizes that while Judas had the opportunity to follow Jesus, he chose a path of disobedience and missed his chance. In contrast, Peter, despite his mistakes, remained faithful and ultimately became a leader of the church.A prayer is offered for belief and faith in Jesus, asking for guidance and forgiveness. The prayer also extends encouragement to friends to persevere in their faith.