The Challenge of the Cross

“He was on the side of people who care about those who suffer. And he said that God was on their side too. And he showed that standing up for those who suffer can itself bring suffering: that standing up for truth, standing up for peace, standing up for justice, standing up for humanity, standing up for love… All these can bring down hatred, persecution and suffering - and death too. This is what Good Friday is about and it is the challenge of the crucifixion to all who follow Jesus.”

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