Jesus was in full command of all that would happen. It was by the plan of redemption, written before the foundations of the earth, that Judas stood there now, and that Jesus would step forward.
Gospel of John: Passion Narrative
To truly read John’s account, it is better, I think, to try to get down from our usual 10,000 feet, and attempt to get inside the story, to experience it, to be among the disciples and soldiers, to watch Jesus and watch Judas
Living in the Light
How can one person, how can I bring God’s grace, Jesus’ healing love and transforming power into such a broken and hurting nation?