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Judas Iscariot

Judas Iscariot is often remembered as the infamous betrayer of Christ, but there are valuable lessons to extract from his life. This exploration delves into the warnings against allowing small vices to escalate into significant downfalls, the dangers of inviting negativity into our hearts, and the importance of resilience in the face of failure. We learn that past associations with faith do not guarantee allegiance, and that recognizing one’s high calling is crucial in navigating life. Discover how to transform the narrative surrounding Judas into a guide for spiritual growth and integrity.

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Judas Iscariot

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  1. Judas Iscariot Positive Lessons from a Negative Man

  2. What’s In A Name? • There are some Bible characters that you just don’t name your children after: Jezebel and Judas • Not every Judas mentioned in scripture is bad (Mt. 13:55; Lk. 6:16 / Jn. 14:22 / Acts 1:13; Acts 9:11; Acts 15:27, 32)

  3. Judas Iscariot • The Judas that is remembered is the one who betrayed the Lord (Mt. 10:4; 26:25; 27:3; Mk. 3:9; Jn. 11:4) • What good lessons can come from the man who betrayed the Lord?

  4. Judas Iscariot Lesson 1: Don’t let your “small” vice become your big downfall • Judas went from being a petty thief (Jn. 12:4-6; 13:29), to betraying the Lord for 30 pieces of silver (Lk. 6:16) • “Small” things like lying, stealing, cheating, profanity, alcohol, gambling, porno., etc.

  5. Judas Iscariot Lesson 2: Don’t give the devil a place in your heart • Judas let the devil into his heart (Jn. 13:2, 27; Lk. 22:3); was called a “devil” by Jesus (Jn. 6:70-71) • Make no room in your heart for the devil (Eph. 4:27; Jas. 4:7)

  6. Judas Iscariot Lesson 3: Don’t give up on yourself • Judas did something terribly wrong and then gave up (Mt. 27:3-7) • Don’t give up and quit like Judas, be like Peter and come back (Lk. 22:32, 62; Acts 1:15; 2:14)

  7. Judas Iscariot Lesson 4: Don’t think that past association with Jesus alone will keep you faithful • Judas had the distinct privilege of being one of “the twelve” with Jesus (Mt. 10:1-4; Jn. 12:4; 18:2) • Have Christ in you, not just around you (Rom. 8:10; 2 Cor. 13:5; Col. 1:27; 3:16)

  8. Christ In You • Bible class: not just memory work / activities, but inner transformation • Assembly: not just physical attendance, but regular participation inside and service outside • Conversion: not just others, but my own family

  9. Christ In You • Choices: not just letting them have their way, but demanding what is right • Dating & Marriage: not just a “good” person, but a faithful Christian

  10. Judas Iscariot Lesson 5: Don’t fall from your high calling in life • Judas fell from his high office (Acts 1:15-26; note v. 17, 20, 25) • Realize and remember your high calling and always walk there throughout life (2 Tim. 1:9; Heb. 3:1)

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