John starts a new section with the words, “After saying these things…” We are told of Jesus emotional state. He was troubled in His spirit. Jesus was a real man and had real emotions. He knew what it was like to be hungry, in pain, tired, and betrayed.
There is no shock or surprise. In many instances it was clear that Jesus knew Judas was not honest (John 6:64, 70, 71; 12:4-6; 13:2). It is important that we see Jesus as fully human in every way except that He never sinned. Jesus is about to expose one of His own as a traitor. It is painful, and Jesus is not cold or aloof. He is troubled in His spirit.
What troubles you in your spirit? Do you think Jesus cannot understand? Know that He can and does. He knows our struggles because He is one of us. He can help us because He is truly God.
Consider: Hebrews 2:14-18
