Food for Thought: Was Judas ever a Christian? He was around the influence of Jesus. This was truly a remarkable experience that had to have an impact on him. He was one the Disciples when they went out in twos did miraculous feats. He was not singled out nor denied this power. He had to have felt this awesome power of the Holy Spirit. But yet he was deceived in the mission of Jesus and a demon took advantage. Obviously he felt remorse at the thought of betraying his best to death. He committed suicide while grief stricken. Was there any hope for Judas after the betrayal?
Good point. Also consider the Israelites in their journey from Egypt who were first-hand witnesses to miracles and the actual presence of God. Despite all of the wonders they directly observed, many complained, and some even worshiped the golden calf.
That was the true tragedy about Judas. Had he stuck around to see Jesus Resurrected, I have no doubt Jesus would have sought Judas out and if Judas showed remorse and horror at himself, Christ would have forgiven him. He might have then become the greatest Preacher next to Paul. Alas even the prophecies were against Judas, right down to the 30 pieces of silver.