Guiding Light Church – The Betrayal Foretold – Judas, Peter & John (John 13:18-25) Judas the Betrayer 072325

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?

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?

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)

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?