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HELPS MINISTRY TRAINING: LESSONS FROM A BETRAYER


“And he went up on the mountain and called to Him those He Himself wanted. And they came to Him. Then He appointed twelve... and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed Him. And they went into a house.” Mark 3: 13-19.

To be called by God is a privilege, to be anointed an advantage, but to be found faithful is a strict prerequisite. The prerogative to choose and anoint is solely God’s, but the choice of faithfulness is totally yours.

Scriptures show us that after prayer, Jesus called and ordained twelve apostles including Judas Iscariot. Indeed this name brings displeasure to many within and outside Christendom and this is perfectly understandable. He betrayed Jesus Christ. But before you throw your stone, please step back a bit. I believe that there a few lessons we can glean from this character and his time on Jesus’ crew.

If you concur that God chooses in line with His purposes and plans for us, then Judas’ calling was no different. Jesus chose him just like the others after a night of prayer!

LESSON 1: YOU MAY FAIL OR FALL, BUT GOD DID NOT MAKE A MISTAKE IN CHOOSING YOU!

Judas had a duty on the Team – John 13:29 says, “Judas had the bag...” He was responsible for Purchases and Benevolence, and the others knew it.

LESSON 2: HE HAD A DUTY

What’s your duty in your church department? What do others depend on you for? You may be called and ‘anointed’ but if you’re not engaged in service all that ‘anointing’ will have no impact.

Judas was good and skilful at his duty In John 12 when Mary came to anoint Jesus with the alabaster perfume box, Judas spoke about the monetary value of the perfume. Although we know his intention was to steal the money, we must acknowledge his expertise and knowledge of the facts. Many in the church have no idea about the workings of the things required for their area of service.

LESSON 3: KNOW THE THINGS PERTAINING TO YOUR MINISTRY.

Are you in the music department? Learn a musical instrument. Work on your vocal skills beyond group rehearsal sessions. Are you a unit leader? Learn leadership. Improve your people skills.

Judas knew Jesus’ habits  Although Judas had a bad heart, he knew his Master’s ways. That is sadly more than can be said of many today. He knew where to find Jesus. It is so unfortunate that he submitted himself as an instrument in satan’s hands. He would probably have achieved really monumental results as an apostle.

LESSON 4: DO YOU KNOW YOUR LORD?

(If you don’t know Jesus as Lord, please see page 15 right now). Next, do you know your unit leader’s vision and expectations? Make an effort to learn it.

There is something to learn from every character and situation, positive or negative. Often-times our negative mind-sets prevent us from gaining the knowledge available even in negative circumstances. God desires sterling service from you. It’s the least you can offer. You can do it. Shalom!

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