First Girl asks me at breakfast, why would Jesus pick Judas if he knew he’d be a thief and a traitor?
And why didn’t Judas go back to Jesus when it was all said and done, asking for forgiveness?
Truth be told, I’ve never thought through that first question in my life. And that second question? It probably hits too close to home for too many of us.
I’m no theologian but my gut guess is Jesus extended an invite to Judas just like he does to all of us, through all history.
Jesus chose a traitor to join his team, knowing just what Judas was about. But He also knew his death would ultimately redeem that lost and broken man, if only the man would say yes.
Two thousand plus years later, nothing has changed.
You and me, we’re called by Name and The Invite is extended, even though we will betray. And yet still he calls us.
When we stumble, will we be like Judas and believe the lie that our sin is too great? Or will we hear the Truth that there is Grace enough for even the greatest fall?
You, my friend, have been called. You are known. And there is a Savior ready to wash not just your feet, but your whole heart. So be encouraged.
The world went dark on a Friday. But Sunday is coming.
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