We often think of Holy Wednesday, or “Spy Wednesday,” as the day Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus.

Judas offers to help powerful religious leaders harm Jesus in exchange for 30 pieces of silver. And the leaders jump at the opportunity—Judas will be their spy.

What prompted Judas to betray Jesus?

Could it have been greed?

How did he go from follower to betrayer?

I’m sure most of us have betrayed someone and have done something that wasn’t necessarily right out of greed.

As I thought about that comment, I realized that when we do a wrong action or thought out of greed or we betray someone aren’t we too doing it to Jesus.

Jesus said:

‘I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me!’

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭25‬:‭40‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Lord,

I have been greedy at times and I have betrayed You at times. I am sorry. Thank You for helping me realize that my life isn’t where it needs to be yet.

Lead me

Guide me

Teach me Your Ways

In Jesus’ Name I Pray,

Amen.

— Dennis