The betrayer betrayed

When Judas realized his error he went back to the religious leaders seeking to rectify the situation. He found an institution that had used him and now had no more use for him. He said, “I have sinned.” They replied, “That is your problem.” (Mat 27:3-4) For Judas there was no other recourse. He had betrayed his Lord and the system had betrayed him. He hung himself in utter despair. Do not sell your soul to any human institution. They are cold and heartless. They will use you and discard you. Forgiveness and restoration are found in relationships, not religious organizations.