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The story of Judas Iscariot is one of the saddest and most confronting
in the Bible. It raises all kinds of issues for people, from the simple
historical accuracy of two accounts that at first glance don't add up
(Matthew & Acts), to more complex issues like the question of
whether Judas was merely a pawn in the battle between God and Satan - a
victim of a much larger battle than he was aware of. Ultimately though,
Judas stands as someone who in many ways represents the person we all
can be and the fate we all can share, so it's important to learn from
his story. In grappling with the hopelessness of his situation, we learn
why there is always hope for us... unless we reject the Saviour King we
all need.
