Luke 22: 21-23
21 But the hand of him who is going to betray me is with mine on the table. 22 The Son of Man will go as it has been decreed. But woe to that man who betrays him!’ 23 They began to question among themselves which of them it might be who would do this.
Betrayal. What a strong word that leads to feelings of disappointment and anguish. Jesus knew he was being betrayed and yet allowed Judas to remain with the group as he consecrated the bread and wine for the first time to represent his the brokenness and blood shed for me. Jesus once again shows his unfailing love for us. No one is excluded, even the one that would betray him.
Would Jesus be betrayed today? Just look at society today and you will find similar hostility toward God. But what about me, personally? Do I betray Jesus? I can easily betray Jesus when I give in to my desires. When I do things my way. When I want to do things to appear good before others, I see how that can lead me to ultimately betray you. I imagine the hurt and pain each time I reject him. I want to let this be a reminder for me how much of a privilege and honor it is that Jesus is willing to be in a relationship with me especially when I am so likely to betray him.
Jesus, forgive me for betraying you.