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Why did Judas betray Jesus despite being close to Him?

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Judas betrayed Jesus due to his hardened heart and lack of genuine love, illustrating the effect of unrepentant sin.

Judas's betrayal of Jesus is a stark reminder of the depths of human depravity and the peril of falling away despite being in proximity to Christ. The sermon notes that Judas had every opportunity, having witnessed miracles and heard Christ's teachings directly. Yet, despite these advantages, he chose to turn against the Savior. As John 13:21 indicates, Judas presented false piety, demonstrating his insincerity. His actions stemmed from a heart filled with hypocrisy and pride, as he valued monetary gain over the love of Christ. Judas serves as a cautionary example that mere association with Christ does not equate to true faith, which only comes by God's sovereign grace.
Scripture References: John 13:21

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