Instead of dismissing Judas' charge/accusation on the basis of the moralizing tone in the Gospel regarding Judas, the preacher takes seriously the charge and explores the tension between art and life, suffering and song, life lived in grace and horror/chaos and affirms that we can't lose sight of either. The preacher points out that Judas' betrayal wasn't simply turning Jesus over but failing to recognize God's life in Christ, to draw a sense of hope/worth from God. And in being attentive to the suffering and pain while not losing sight of God's grace, we can't help but make some sign to mark the presence of God. (Abstract created by Duke Divinity School staff.)
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