“Even my close friend in whom I trusted … has lifted his heel against me.” — Psalm 41:9
Maundy Thursday reminds us that nothing in Holy Week was unexpected to Jesus — not even betrayal.
At the Last Supper, the King of kings washed His disciples’ feet and spoke of His coming sacrifice. Then, in John 13:21–30, He said plainly, “One of you will betray me.” The disciples could not imagine it. When Jesus dismissed Judas, they assumed he was buying supplies or giving to the poor.
But Psalm 41:9 had foretold it. Jesus would be handed over by a friend — for 30 pieces of silver, the price associated with a slave (Exodus 21).
If you have known betrayal, Maundy Thursday speaks directly to you. Your King was betrayed, too. He understands relational pain.
He stepped into it willingly — to redeem us.
Scripture References:
- Psalm 41:9
- John 13:21-30
- Exodus 21
Reflection Questions:
- Have I brought my own experiences of betrayal honestly before the Lord?
- In what ways might Jesus be inviting me to trust Him with relational wounds that still feel unresolved?
- How does knowing that nothing surprised Jesus strengthen my confidence in His sovereignty and care?
Related Resources:
- Listen to our worship music playlist to help prepare your heart this Easter.
- View our Holy Week services and plan to worship with us this week.
Additional Devotionals
An Unexpected Betrayal
An Unexpected Anointing
An Unexpected Curse
