I was thinking about Judas this morning. Judah had a big problem with the sin of greed. In John 12:4-6, he complained about Jesus’ feet being anointed with expensive oil. The Scripture states that he complained out of greed. We all know he betrayed Jesus for 30 coins.
Jesus knew. Yet, in John 13, Jesus washed all of the Disciples’ feet—even the feet of Judas. On the cross while He was suffering, Jesus forgave the people who were murdering Him in Luke 23:34.
I really think that if Judas had repented instead of buying land and choosing death instead of repentance, he would have been forgiven. I believe the unpardonable sin is choosing even death instead of turning to God. Judah is an example of a lot of things, such as: a wolf in sheep’s clothing can masquerade as a disciple, greed can lead to a worse sin, and running away from God leads to death.
Bottom line: no matter what you have done, no matter what you feel guilty about, run to God and repent. Ask for His delivery from evil and the sin that has a strong hold on you. Jesus has the power and authority to forgive and deliver you. It is an evil lie that you cannot be forgiven. Jesus would forgive you even if you were one of the Romans who tortured Him. Learn from the mistakes of others, like Judas. Don’t run away, run to God and be saved.
Lord God Almighty, help me always run to you when I have done something wrong. I know I can find mercy, grace, and peace when I come to you. Jesus, thank You for making a way for me. Help me, please God, to follow all of Your commandments in love and joy. Please help me be quick to repent and slow to sin. In the authority of Your holy name, I pray Jesus Christ. Amen.