As Holy Week continues, we step into one of the heaviest and most sobering moments in the story - Judas’ betrayal of Jesus.

For thirty pieces of silver, Judas trades relationship for control. Disappointed that Jesus didn’t meet his expectations of what the Messiah should be, he turns away - choosing his own path over trust.

It’s easy to judge. Easy to distance ourselves from the story. But if we’re honest…there’s a little bit of Judas in all of us.

Moments where God doesn’t move how we want.
Moments where we grow frustrated, disconnected, or discontent.
Moments where we start reaching for control - one small compromise at a time…our own “pieces of silver.”

In this episode, we take a hard but honest look inward. Not to sit in shame - but to recognize the subtle ways our hearts can drift.

And yet - even here - grace is still present. Because even after the betrayal is set in motion, Jesus still invites Judas to the table.

The same invitation stands for us today. No matter how far we’ve wandered, we are not beyond the reach of the Father's love for the prodigal.

As we continue this Holy Week journey, may this moment lead us not to despair - but to surrender.

Keep walking towards the cross.

Song Credit:
This episode includes a brief acoustic portion of the hymn “I Surrender All.” Used here for devotional and illustrative purposes.

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