It’s so powerful when you think – Jesus knew who Judas was before he betrayed him and he still treated him the same! This is a clinic on treat others how you want to be treated. This concept plays in all areas of life and business!
Jesus knew who Judas was and what he would do long before the betrayal.
In John 6:70-71, Jesus says, “Have I not chosen you, the Twelve? Yet one of you is a devil!” (referring to Judas).
Despite this knowledge, Jesus consistently treated Judas with the same kindness, love, and inclusion as the other disciples.
This reflects Jesus’ deep commitment to love and grace, even toward someone He knew would betray Him. It also shows His willingness to give Judas every opportunity to repent and choose differently. Jesus washing Judas’ feet at the Last Supper (John 13:1-11) is a profound example of this.
It’s a powerful reminder of the unconditional nature of Christ’s love and His teaching to love even our enemies.