“And immediately Judas went up to Jesus and said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed Him. But Jesus said to him, “Friend, do what you have come for.” Then they came and laid hands on Jesus and arrested Him” (Matthew 26:49-50).
Greetings to the Lord? As if the Lord did not know what was in his heart! This is one of the mistakes of the proud and haughty. They act as if they are their own person, bringing about the outcome they desire. Do not be proud nor haughty, but come humbly to the One who saves. The world seeks to arrest Jesus and be rid of Him. He is still present and holds all power and authority. The world may be lost, but You are found in Him.
Lord, help me to humbly and simply see the truth that I do need to be saved and You are the only One who can save me. Help me to submit in all things to Your authority and walk the way of faith. The crowds around me may go the way they go, but after this age, it is You whom I will see at judgement. Lead me to live my life as You are creating it to be lived. Guide me in all of Your ways.
Thank You, Lord Jesus, for the forgiveness You grant by Your grace. May I come to the place where I live by the forgiveness You give. There is no excuse for my sin, only forgiveness. Help me to hear Your word and live, sinning less and less. Guide me up and out of sinful thinking to willingly and firmly follow You now and forever. You are the Lord of my life. Help me to live this truth. Amen.
