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THE JUDAS SPIRIT

by Collin Wimberly

Scripture: Mark 14:10-11, Mark 14:43-51


The Judas Spirit
Collin Wimberly
Mark 14:10-11; 43-51


CIT: Judas Betrays Jesus.
PROPOSITION: The Danger and destruction of a betrayer's heart.

INTRODUCTION:

Many names go down in infamy, Hitler, Stalin, Mussolini, Jim Jones, to name just a few. But no name is so despised or despicable as the name of Judas Iscariot, who betrayed our Lord Jesus Christ. Mother's don't name their baby boys Judas. I've heard of Thomas, Peter, James, and Matthew; But not Judas. Johnny Cash sang about a boy named Sue, but no one even jokes of naming their sons Judas.

Judas' story however, is a warning to us all. A reminder that we can be close to the Lord, we can be conversant with spiritual concerns, we can walk with the Lord's people, yet in our hearts never really love Jesus or have eternal life.The heart of a betrayer is a dangerous and destructive thing. That is why from time to time we need to study the life of Judas. He is a warning to us all.

I) THE IDENTITY OF JUDAS-Vs. 43 Who was Judas?

He must have had a good beginning. I imagine that 2000 years ago his mother's heart was full of hopes and dreams for her little boy. After all, she named him Judas - which means ''praise.'' She hoped his life would bring praise to God. And at first it seemed certain that he would do just that.

A look backward in the gospel of Mark, Luke and John will give us insight on his identity.
A) HE WAS AN APOSTLE -.

1. Chosen by Jesus-Mark 3:13
2.Traveled with Jesus for 3 years-
3. Heard Jesus teachings, observed his miracles. His Bible education was the best, his seminary training unequaled!

a. The Feedings. 3,000 and 5,000
b. The Healings and Exorcisms.
c. The resurrections.

B )HE WAS A PREACHER - Sent out to preach the Good News of the Kingdom-Luke 9:1-10
No doubt People called him, Brother Judas. He ministered, he worked, and served.

C) HE WAS TRUSTED-He had the money box. When you chose someone to keep up with the money, you chose someone you can coun ...

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