Judas made a plan for his betrayal. Peter’s denial of Jesus was impulsive, and I believe, grounded in fear.
In Christ; abundant life! John 10:10b
Sermons on Choice
One main difference between Judas and Peter was that Judas had a plan.
One of the things that hinders our full dependence on God is a gift that He gave us. It’s called freewill. We get to choose what we will do.
We are saved by grace but we are changed by choice. “This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in Him is no darkness at all.” I John 1:5
We are saved by grace but we are changed by choice. We choose to love and serve Him. We choose to obey His commands. We choose to stay out of gray situations and we choose to walk instead in the light of His Word!
“We are saved by grace but we are changed by choice!” We have to make a conscious, deliberate, purposeful decision to allow the Holy Spirit to change us.
Aren’t you glad our Lord doesn’t make a distinction on a person’s nationality, gender, social class, intellect, or outward appearance? Man is wrapped up in those things, but not our Lord. Jesus died for ALL!
All of our busyness is not necessarily bad in its proper place, but it can easily distract us from pursuing a consistent, and lasting relationship with God.
God is looking for willing and obedient hearts towards Him.