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Day 4: Holy Wednesday

As Passover approached, the plot to kill Jesus intensified. Unable to trap Jesus with words, the chief priests and teachers of the law sought other ways to take Him down without causing a riot. We then read of Judas, one of Jesus' closest disciples, who becomes a big player in this unholy scheme. Luke 22:3 tells us Judas is overtaken by Satan and then begins looking for an opportunity to betray Jesus. This close friend and disciple of Jesus makes a decision that will change the course of his life. He exchanges his Savior for a few coins. As we’ll read more about tomorrow, Jesus was fully aware of the betrayal. But in spite of that awareness, Jesus remained focused on His mission. He demonstrated immense courage and trust in the Father- knowing He could redeem even the worst situations and turn them for good.

Can you imagine how difficult it would have been to persevere in the face of betrayal? Yet Jesus never wavered. He didn't become angry at Judas. He didn't bad mouth him to the other disciples. He simply kept His eyes focused on God, the author of the most incredible redemption story ever written, and trusted God's plan to unfold the way it was meant to.

Reflection:

Today as you reflect, ask yourself this question…

What is an area of my life where I have seen the enemy (Satan) try to creep in and gain a stronghold? Maybe it was through a betrayal or a loss. Perhaps it was through an addiction or a fear.

Spend some time in prayer today asking the Lord to have full access to every part of your life. Give him the area above that you struggle with and ask Him to give you freedom.