His Forgiveness

John 13:10-17 Eric Brei, DCE This excerpt is from pg. 33 of the Lutheran Hour Ministries Lent Devotions 2015 written by Rev. Wayne Palmer, theological editor and writer for Lutheran Hour Ministries. I feel like Rev. Palmer describes Jesus’ love and forgiveness very well, even being extended to those who betray Him. “Jesus is pointing to Judas, the one who has abandoned his Lord and become unclean and is even now awaiting the chance to betray Him. The other eleven are forgiven, cleansed of their sins because they still walk in the light by faith; Judas has rejected that light and walks in darkness. Very gently Jesus reaches out to His lost disciple in an unforgettable demonstration of His love, forgiveness and acceptance. It’s a demonstration He wants Judas to remember when he is gripped by guilt and remorse for what he is about to do.”