John 13:21-38
For a third time in three chapters, John records that Jesus was “troubled” in his spirit. He experienced the internal anguish of the betrayal that was to come in the hours ahead, and then expressed his sorrow to the disciples, telling them that one of them would betray him. Yet even when one of his own was turning against him, Jesus remained focused on his mission and didn’t shrink back from his calling.
After Judas left to cut his deal, Jesus spoke to the disciples, giving them the new command of loving one another. The mark of being a disciple of Jesus is love, and love is demonstrated in selfless service of one another. We are most like God when we live a life of love – for God is love.
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