Betrayal

The Easter Story contains two betrayals. Judas, the willing traitor, who for a few pieces of silver, sought Jesus out and kissed Him. Then there is Peter. Warming his hands by a courtyard fire, he disowns the Lord he had only a little while before said he was prepared to die for. Those tears would have been very bitter. Peter comes face to face with his own inconsistencies.

But then we live in a society riven by betrayal. We see it all the time in broken marriages, serial relationships, the lack of trust between manager and worker - even our politicians and leaders. Who can we trust?

At one time we were considered a Christian country and we can see the way the Christian faith has influenced and played an important part in our culture and history. But all that has been betrayed. What has happened? Why are Christians dismissed for wearing a cross to work or offering to pray for someone or living by standards that mean sometimes they have to turn people away? Why have we become so odious? Why can a football executive get upset at the sight of a dog collar worn by someone trying to be a pastor to that club?

What is going on? Reply to this post please if you have any answers of suggestions.

But I do know what we look forward to...and my next message...will be much more positive!!