When it comes to naming our children, parents try to do the best we can. We search high and low for just the word that will follow our sons and daughters for a life- time. Sometimes we turn to the Bible. James and John, Peter and Andrew, Mary and Martha are all names quite common in our time. But, one Biblical name you never hear used is the name of Jesus’ most infamous disciple – Judas. In Germany, it is against the law to name your child Judas. In America, it is against your better judgment.

Yet, Judas Iscariot was one of the twelve disciples whom Jesus made apostles. He was the treasurer of the group and obviously had the trust of his Lord. Yet he betrays the Son of Man with a kiss – an ultimate sign of friendship. Come; let us consider this deep, dark valley of betrayal.

I. The Plot:…