Facing Betrayal with Courage: Wednesday of Holy Week Reflection
On this Wednesday of Holy Week, we are brought face to face with two powerful images: the faithful servant in Isaiahwho offers himself to suffering with unwavering resolve, and Judas Iscariot, who plots betrayal for thirty pieces of silver.
In Isaiah 50, the servant speaks of receiving a “well-trained tongue” to console the weary and of listening each morning for God’s guidance. Despite rejection and abuse, he does not retreat. He sets his face “like flint,” confident in the Lord’s help. This prophetic passage echoes Christ’s own path to the Cross—marked by obedience, suffering, and unwavering trust in the Father.
The Gospel of Matthew gives us a stark contrast. As Jesus prepares for Passover with his disciples, he reveals that one of them will betray him. Judas, already having accepted silver from the chief priests, plays innocent—“Surely it is not I, Rabbi?” Jesus’ response is haunting: “You have said so.”
This moment calls us to pause. How often do we, like Judas, betray Jesus with our actions, even while trying to keep up appearances? And yet, Jesus still sits at the table with his betrayer. He offers love in the face of betrayal, just as Isaiah’s servant offers himself despite being struck and spat upon.
Today’s readings invite us to ask:
Are we willing to speak words that rouse the weary?
Will we set our faces like flint in times of trial?
Will we stay at the table, even when we feel unworthy?
As we draw near to the Triduum, let us reflect on the courage of Christ. His betrayal was not a surprise—it was part of his offering. May we remain with Him, faithful and listening, each morning.
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The Sign of the Cross
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The Our Father (The Lord’s Prayer)
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thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses,
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Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.
Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
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