04/13/2026
What about Demas?
Now more than I ever I think about Demas, a student of Paul, a follower of Christ, who inadvertently was swept away with the cares of this world. I ask of God, 'Father, will I be like Demas? Will I turn away like Judas? Will I betray you?'
These are questions, I think, to ask yourself each day: Father, where have I offended you? Where have I betrayed you? How can I realign myself with you?
It is a renewing of the mind. Here's some scripture to meditate on:
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. – Colossians 3:1-4
Psalm 143:10 ESV
[10] Teach me to do your will, for you are my God! Let your good Spirit lead me on level ground!
Psalm 36:11 ESV
[11] Let not the foot of arrogance come upon me, nor the hand of the wicked drive me away.
[11] May the foot of the proud not come against me, nor the hand of the wicked drive me away.
2 Timothy 4:10 NIV
[10] for Demas, because he loved this world, has deserted me and has gone to Thessalonica. Crescens has gone to Galatia, and Titus to Dalmatia.
So.. what about Demas? Father, keep us far from arrogance, a selfish boast, and a proud heart. Correct us, when we find ourselves slipping away, finding love with the present world. Let us not turn our hearts from you. Let us not be like Demas, deceived in this hour.
Demas had a short role, but a big impact.
What about Demas?
Grace + Peace,
- the kneeling prophet