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Proximity Isn't Salvation
Commentators emphasize the phrase "one of the Twelve" to highlight a sobering truth. Judas had the ultimate spiritual privilege of being in Jesus's inner circle, yet he still fell. This serves as a powerful reminder that simply being near Jesus or involved in religious activity is not enough for salvation; it requires a genuine, personal response of faith and love.
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He that was one of the twelve (ο εις των δωδεκα). Note the article here, "the one of the twelve," Matthew has only εις, "one." Som…
19th Century
Bishop
And Judas Iscariot.—See Notes on Matthew 26:14-15.
They were glad, and promised to give him money.—It may …
These verses are connected with vv.1–2. The chief priests and teachers of the law were looking for “some sly way to arrest Jesus” (v.1), and Judas …
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17th Century
Pastor
And Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve;
Apostles of Christ; who was the principal person that had indignation at the …
17th Century
Minister
Did Christ pour out His soul to death for us, and shall we think anything too precious for Him? Do we give Him the precious ointment of our best af…