Jesus knew what Judas was going to do and that it would lead to His painful death. He didn't just suspect that Judas might hurt Him, He knew exactly what was going to happen.
And yet in the upper room, Jesus gave Judas a piece of dipped bread a symbol of honor and trust that the host was extending to His guest.
And when the moment of betrayal came, Jesus called him "friend."
Throughout the evening Jesus gave Judas opportunities to repent.
We often fear the potential harm that others may inflict on us and pull away from them. Or fight back.
Jesus knew. He didn't suspect. And yet He chose to love Judas. He extended love and grace.
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