Matthew 7:21-23

“21. Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 

22. Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works?

23. And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.”

Judas was one of the original disciples chosen by Jesus. Judas was taught at the feet of Jesus, and walked with him daily, just as the other disciples. Judas was sent out by Jesus, along with the other disciples to minister. Judas was given a position of importance, keeper of money. But his heart was never truly given over to Jesus. This is The Judas Symdrom. Goodly work with a touch of corruption. 

Sadly this is the “church” much of the world sees today – goodly works with a touch of corruption. There were a total of 12 original disciples, eleven who truely loved Jesus, and sought to do his will. Yet the Judas Syndrome seems to draw notoriety. People are drawn to it. However, this syndrome is to be avoided at all costs. The end of this road is destruction. 

Jesus was very aware of this syndrome. He even provided the world with a warning, “Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.” Matthew 7:15. However, much of the world still refuses to heed this warning. 

There is a real responsibly to being a follow of Jesus. We must watch and pray. We need to guard ourselves against being prey to this syndrome in any way. That includes being the person who has the syndrome. This syndrome is an infection, and the only cure is a real, intimate, “knowing” relationship with Jesus. There is a difference between doing wonderful works in Jesus’ name, yielding yourself to be used by him, versus having a real relationship with him, and doing his will. It is the duty of the believer to know the difference, to recognize the wolf from the sheep, and make sure he or she remain a sheep. Avoid the Judas Symdrome at all costs.