Mark 14:11
That word "conveniently" is interesting... and something that we perhaps place as too high a priority. Things that are easy for us are definitely not inherently bad--those things are often our talents, and areas where we can help others, and making people's lives easier through technology or providing a service is often an excellent pursuit. However, when we value personal convenience above God and his gospel, then we're lost, just as Judas was in this verse, seeking an easy way to betray his Lord for money.
It's very easy to turn even a good thing into a bad thing by placing it above God. That's why Christ talked about not putting family before him (Matthew 10:37), and basically that is what modern idol worship is. Cars, internet, toys, careers, friends, and hobbies aren't inherently bad things either, but if we put them before God, then they become bad things for us until we learn to prioritize them properly.
Today, when we're examining our priorities, let's make sure God is at the top. That way, when "easy," "fun," and other good things come up, they'll be guilt-free and joyful.
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