Judas

Looking for a new church is so hard. We were at FHCC for 9 years but that church doesn't exist anymore. We began our search back in February and still haven't found a place to settle in. But we feel like we are close. It is difficult finding a place we all love! Plus I have to make sure that the church has a strong youth group--Nicholas is almost there! We have heard many great sermons since we have started this journey. One of the highlights was at High Point Church, where we heard a great series called 7000 days. It was a series on parenting--you have 7000 days with your child from the time they are born until they leave for college. You can look it up at 7000days.org! But the sermon I heard last week has stayed with me like nothing has in a while. It was from the book of John and the story of the Last Supper. We have all heard the story again and again. This was Jesus last night with His disciples. He taught them service, love and so much more during this one meal. But he also singled out the one who would betray Him. One of His very own would hand him over, so to speak. We know Judas betrayed Jesus. I always remember thinking, "How low down! How dumb! How selfish! I would/could never do that!" But I realized after hearing this sermon that I HAVE! I have betrayed Jesus many times over! How about the times I have had the opportunity to share the love of Jesus and I kept my mouth shut? How about the times I have chosen to be mad and angry instead of offering forgiveness? How about the times I have turned my back on a person in need because I was just to busy? How about the coworker that drives me crazy, but I can't find it in myself to love her like Jesus would? It has been a humbling experience to realize that like Judas, I could and would betray Jesus. Forgive me Lord, make me more like Peter the rock your church was built upon!