The Betrayal Foretold –

Judas, Peter & John (John 13:18-25)

Judas the Betrayer

• What does Jesus mean when He says, “He who eats bread with Me has lifted up his heel against Me”? (John 13:18)

• What do we learn about Judas’ spiritual condition from John 13:10-11 and John 6:70-71?

• How can someone be close to Jesus in outward appearance yet be unchanged in heart?

• What is the warning to the church from the parable of the wheat and tares (Matthew 13:24–30)?

• Why did Jesus allow a “devil” among His chosen twelve? (John 17:12)

• How can God use even those who are not truly His, as seen in the ministry of Judas? (Matthew 10:1-4)

• What is the significance of Psalm 41:9 and Psalm 55:12-14 as they relate to Judas’ betrayal?

Spiritual Lessons about False and True Discipleship

• What lesson does Jesus want His disciples to learn in John 13:19-20 about those whom He sends—even if imperfect?

• Why was Jesus “troubled in spirit” as He announced the betrayal? (John 13:21, John 11:33, John 12:27)

• What does it mean that even the closest to us may sometimes be the ones who hurt us the most?

Peter the Leader

• How did Peter respond to Jesus’ statement about betrayal, and what does this reveal about him? (John 13:24-25)

• What does Peter’s story teach us about spiritual confidence and the dangers of self-reliance? (Mark 14:26-31, 1 Corinthians 10:12)

• Why is it important to “watch and pray” according to Mark 14:38, and how does the flesh and spirit battle within us? (Romans 7:15-25, Galatians 5:16-17)

John the Beloved

• What is significant about John leaning on Jesus’ bosom, and what does it reveal about his relationship to Christ? (John 13:23, 1 Corinthians 13:4)

• Why do you think John is called “the disciple whom Jesus loved,” and how can we pursue such closeness with Christ today?