Troubled

Scripture: John 12:4-6, 13:21-30, 
Focus Verse: John 13:27      
After Judas received the piece of bread, Satan entered into him. Jesus said to him, ‘Do quickly what you are going to do.’

Commentary: A consistent theme in John’s gospel is that Jesus knew who would betray him to those who sought to do him harm.  He chose him anyway. Jesus was “troubled in spirit” over the coming betrayal but continued to fully include Judas in his circle of companions. Although there are many theories about Judas’ motive, all we really know is that Judas was a disciple and a thief … and Jesus loved him.

Reflection:  Have you ever felt “troubled in spirit” about someone? Have you ever believed that someone was not being truthful about who they are?  What did you do?

ACTS Prayer
Adoration: Revealing Spirit of Truth, your presence ever with and within me calms my spirit!  I exalt you on high!
Confession: Without you, I shrink from fear and trouble.
Thanksgiving: Thank you for revealing evil in due course.
Supplication: I pray for those who live a double life, doing evil things while pretending to do good.  Have mercy.

ACTS of Faith:  Close your eyes, breath to calm your spirit.