Betrayed in the garden of prayer. Betrayed by a kiss. Betrayed by a friend. Unfortunately, betrayal in God's family did not end with Judas. Betrayal by a Christian friend and confidant didn't stop when the moisture from Judas' kiss on Jesus' cheek dried. Unfortunately, betrayal in what is supposed to be a place of safety and spiritual nurture didn't end when Judas hung himself. Have you been betrayed by a friend in Christ? Have you been undercut that is suppose to be a loyal confidant? Have you been wounded in what is supposed to be a place of spiritual safety? If you have, you know the wounds a friend can leave when they no longer are a friend! You know the pain of Gethsemane. But if this is your story, remember it was also Jesus' story. For you, for us, the story of Matthew's Gospel finishes with a powerful two point message. Watch Jesus as he is betrayed, denied, and forsaken by his most beloved friends. He is a pioneer for us on how to handle the agony of betrayal and abandonment. Second, speak honestly to Jesus about your wounds and hurts. He not only knows and understands because he is Divine, but also because he has been there and longs to comfort and help you in your time of heartbreak.
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