At this time in Jesus’ ministry, His ministry was growing. Although his disciples were committed to Him, there was one who was not–Judas.

Verse 71 has a key word "to betray." In Greek, this is a verb (imperfect active indicative) Indicative means that it was reality. Imperfect denotes repeated and continual action. In other words, Judas was not simply considering betraying Christ. He was actually plotting and scheming all along to betray Christ. It was a premeditated, progressive slide.

What is the route to betrayal?

1. It was ordained by God. God chose to overlook Judas. God withdrew His common grace. John 13:10 How do you respond to God’s sovereignty?
2. There was a diabolical endorsement of Satan. John 7:1
3. It sprung from a heart of greed. He had sought prestige, power and a love of things, cf. Joh 12:4-6

How do you prevent yourself from going down the "route to betrayal?"

1. [oops, missed this point]
2. Bow in humility so that Satan has no control over you.
3. Rejoice in knowing God’s Son.
4. Delight in the fact that you do not have to sin.
5. Know that even flirting with sin will lead you to despair.
6. Your sin is ultimately a betrayal of Him.
7. If you do not know Him in this way, turn to Him today.

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