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30 PIECES OF SILVER

 *Text ;* Mathew 26:15 ISV 


 *And inquired, “What are you willing to give me if I betray Jesus to you?” They offered him 30 pieces of silver,* 


I am sure we all know Judas; a one time disciple of Jesus Christ, popularly known as the betrayer. He should have been regarded as an Apostle today but for 30 pieces of silver. 


Judas inquired (from the people seeking to 

kill Jesus) how much he would be paid if he turned Jesus in. And he was offered 30 pieces of silver.


I know you know how this story ended. But today is not so much about Judas Iscariot, but about you.


It's easy to condemn Judas for his infamous acts but the question is, how much is the worth of Jesus in your life?


For 30 pieces of silver,  Judas betrayed Jesus. What is the reason for your own disloyalty to Christ today?


The 30 "pieces of silver" would be worth approximately $91 to $441 in present-day value (USD) depending on which coin was used. Do you really think this amount is worth betraying Jesus for?


The real question should be, do you really think that job is worth denying Christ for?

Is that enjoyment worths betraying Jesus for?


Is that grade more important to you than Jesus? 


Would you because of the profit you will make from that business lower God's standard in your life?


How much are you being offered to betray the king of Glory?


Judas betrayed Jesus and He was crucified ( albeit for the remission of the sin of the whole world) but you can actually crucify Him the second time through your daily living. Galatian. 6:6.


Nothing in this world is worth betraying or denying Jesus for. *Judas did not live to spend the 30 pieces of silver he betrayed Jesus for. Be careful not to be carried away by your lust.* 


 *BIBLE READING* : 


Matthew 10:32-40.


 *PRAYER FOCUS* 


1. Father,  please deliver me from whatever lusts that may make me to deny you.


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