When does betrayal actually become fidelity? Is it possible that to be 'faithful', one must betray his own Christianity? This is the question posed by Peter Rollin's in his book The Fidelity of Betrayal (Paraclete Press 2008). Amazon
Think about this: Is it an act of fidelity or betrayal to reject Christianity in it's present 'religious' entrenchment? When faith has become synonymous with religious rites and creeds, belonging to an institution (whether young or old), or objectively 'believing' a set of doctrines- rather than living a transformed life of love- doesn't fidelity to Jesus require betrayal of even what might be precious to us?
The 'Kingdom of God' (the Reign of God) confronts every power structure and authority, turning them completely on their heads. This is true even of our own personal kingdoms, the 'kingdom each of us carries around in our breast' (Jean Calvin). Humility demands that we question even the unquestionable- our most precious traditions and preferences. Anything less is idolatry.
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