Tuesday 7th
April 2020. Read Isaiah 49:1-6, Psalm 71 and John 13:21-38
_“So,
after receiving the morsel, he immediately went out; and it was night. When he
had gone out, Jesus said, ‘Now is the Son of man glorified, and in him God is
glorified.’” *(John 13:30-31)*_
One thing
that is so clear from today’s Gospel passage is that God sees our hearts. Jesus
said, “One of you will betray me.” Judas ought to have asked himself: “How did
he know?” He did not realize this was his last chance. He joined in the chorus
of denials. “Is it I, Master?”
John tells
that as soon as Judas ate the morsel of bread, Satan entered him, meaning that
his mind was made up. He had chosen money over God. The moment Judas walked out,
Jesus knew exactly what would happen next.
Instead of
crying over the lashes, blows and insults, he decided to focus on the brighter
side: “Now, the Son of Man is glorified and in him, God is glorified.” Jesus remained
positive, he considered the glory that was awaiting him.
Jesus told
his disciples that he was going somewhere but they could not come immediately.
Peter began to boast: “I will lay down my life for you.” It was only after the
cock crowed that Peter remembered what Jesus predicted.
Judas and Peter
had the same problem; they were more concerned about what others were thinking.
Judas would not own up to his planned betrayal and Peter made a promise so that
others will think good of him. Am I more concerned with pleasing God than pleasing people? God sees our heart.
Perhaps, I am planning to do something which I know very well is bad? There is always a
last chance to repent, to reconsider and retrace your steps. Judas had his last
chance but given his love for money, he couldn’t resist. They say great
battles are won by very small victories.
Today may
just be your last chance. Repent Now.
Let us pray: Lord Jesus, teach me to re-write my destiny by making the
right choices. Amen.
Be Happy.
Live Positive. Have Faith. It is well with you. God bless you. (Tuesday of the Holy Week. Bible Study: Isaiah 49:1-6, Psalm 71 and John 13:21-38).
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