April 14, 2022
On this Maundy Thursday, as we focused in worship on Jesus’ commandment to love one another, it occurred to me that we might actually need Judas. We need a traitor to be one of Jesus’ closest companions and disciples.
What on earth am I talking about?! Well, consider that Jesus welcomed Judas, even though he knew what he would do. Consider that Judas was at dinner with all the rest and also had his feet washed. Consider that Jesus commanded his disciples to love one another - even Judas.
What could we possibly do that would be more unimaginable than betraying the Son of God to arrest and death? And yet, if Judas was still loved by Jesus, certainly we will be. Surely and truly.
So it is Judas, of all people, who can remind us of this truth! Amazing!
Blessings. And prayers.
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