Jesus: Betrayed—but Not Overthrown
Betrayal is one of the deepest wounds a person can experience. It cuts sharper when it comes not from an enemy—but from someone close. A friend. A companion. Someone you trusted.
The Garden of Betrayal and The Good Shepherd
Judas stands as one of the most sobering figures in all of Scripture. Mark emphasizes that he was “one of the twelve,” reminding us that this betrayal did not come from a distant enemy, but from someone who walked closely with Jesus. He heard His teaching, saw His miracles, and participated in His ministry. Yet when the moment came, he betrayed the Son of Man with a kiss—a symbol of affection twisted into treachery.