August 1, 2024 Daily Dose of Discernment

“What the Holy Spirit predicted through David in Scripture about Judas had to come true. Judas led the men to arrest Jesus.” (Acts 1:11)

How about this interesting story? On the day when the devil and all evil are finally vanquished, there is great rejoicing in heaven.  Everyone is singing and dancing in paradise except Jesus who is standing quietly at the gate. An angel asks Him what He is doing there and He replies: “Waiting for Judas.” 

How about this radical thought? If Jesus forgave those who orchestrated His death sentence and executioners, wouldn't He forgive the person who betrayed Him? Or the apostle who denied Him three times? Are we better than Judas or Hitler or Nero because we think it takes less grace to forgive our sins than theirs? Doesn't His grace abound all the more where sin abounds?