A significant event in the week before Jesus’ death was a special meal he had with his disciples, that has become known as the Last Supper. As Jesus ate with his disciples he shared some of his thoughts about what may become of him in the days ahead.
One of Jesus’ special friends was a man by the name of Judas, who unknown to his other friends, had been putting his hand into the money bag, and had dobbed Jesus into the authorities in exchange for a small amount of money. It appeared that personal gain was more important than friendship.
In an amazing act of grace, Jesus shared that meal with all of his disciples, including Judas, and did not reveal to the others what he knew about Judas. In time the truth would come out, but on this occasion Jesus did not betray a friendship even when he knew that Judas did not have the same commitment to friendship and honour that he did.
Judas opted for personal gain over friendship. Jesus opted for honour and friendship over personal gain or power play. It makes me wonder which side of the fence I would fall if I was placed in a similar situation.
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