Tag: Jesus

Quick Bible Thoughts: Judas

Do you find it interesting that the person who betrayed Jesus shared the name of his tribe?

Jesus was of the lineage of David, and of the Israelite tribe of Judah, which means “Praise”.

Jesus had 12 primary disciples during his earthly ministry. Perhaps the most infamous of Jesus’ disciples was Judas. “Judas” name is literally the Greek form of the Hebrew “Judah”.

Do you find it interesting that the person who betrayed Jesus shared the name of his tribe? Is it even more interesting that his name means, “Praise”?

I find that fascinating. But then, there have been times in my life where I have felt betrayed by those who I thought would have been the closest to me: those who were a part of my “tribe”.

Even worse, there have been times where I would praise Jesus at church, yet feel like I was betraying him behind the scenes. That is such a horrible feeling. I’m sad to say that I have been able to identify with Judas’ sorrow from time to time.

Even in this, Jesus is willing to forgive. I am so thankful that Jesus hasn’t given up on me, even after the times I have betrayed Him. I also know that Jesus will not give up on you either. Forgiveness is His speciality!

Jesus would have brought Judas back into the fold. He will certainly do the same for you.

Love and blessin’s,

Dave

Quick Bible Thoughts: His blood be on us

I have a tendency to think that prophetic acts must come from the most holy of people during a moment of deep spiritual worship. But the Bible is full of prophetic acts that come from the most wicked of people at the most terrible of times.

I have a tendency to think that prophetic acts must come from the most holy of people during moments of deep spiritual worship. But the Bible is full of prophetic acts that come from the most wicked of people at the most terrible of times. Here is an example:

So when Pilate saw that he was gaining nothing, but rather a riot was beginning, he took water and washed his hands before the crowd, saying, “I am innocent of this man’s blood; see to it yourselves.” And all the people answered, “His blood be on us and on our children!” Matthew 27:24-25

I wonder if they really understood what they were asking for when they said that. For those who do not accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, it is hard to understand the beauty and power of the blood of Christ. In fact, it is foolish. But to a follower of Jesus, there is nothing more wonderful than to be covered by His blood. The blood that Jesus shed was for our forgiveness and healing, and sealed our eternal life with God.

I bet that many who were cheering for Jesus to be crucified that day were soon followers of Him. I truly hope that God honored their statement, and the blood of Christ was on them and their children.

As we enter the passion week, I pray for all of us to have a fresh and real revelation of the power of the blood of Jesus Christ.

If you are not a follower of Jesus Christ, please at least take an opportunity to go to a church and hear the messages over the next few weeks. If it is fake, you have nothing to lose. If it is real you may just find the life God has called you to.

Love and Blessin’s,

Dave