How to celebrate Christ's betrayal this Spy Wednesday

Today marks the fourth day of the Holy Week which is celebrated as Holy Wednesday or Spy Wednesday. Around this time, one of Christ's disciples, Judas Iscariot, was plotting with the high priests to betray Christ.

Betrayal stings, and unlike Jesus who had the foresight of it many don't see it coming. In Christ's case, Judas had a role to play in the fulfillment of the prophecies, you might even say Judas was set up, but he still committed the 'crime'.

In the same way, those who betray us can be catalysts to changes in our behaviour, relationships, and life and it is not always for the worst. However, they are still accountable for their actions and the betrayed don't have to blame themselves for it. 

On the other hand, you shouldn't launch a witch-hunt on the traitor. The only power you have is to take care of yourself. Don't blame yourself too much even if you played a part in it, no one is perfect.

Instead, focus on healing and restoring your trust and faith in humanity. Here are some ways to do just that.

In true social media fashion, Twitter users have taken to trolling Judas under that hashtag. Join them for fun and have a laugh. If you don't laugh at your misfortune, someone else is already doing so. Take a break and laugh. You can create your own memes.

See the bright side too. Chances are if someone betrayed/betrays you, there are other things you might have missed or refused to acknowledge.

Here are some of our favourites

Most times we carry the hurt from betrayal and it's like we're waiting for an apology or for someone else to play us again. In either case, you might never get what you hope to. Check your emotions and feelings around the experience and how it may be affecting you at the moment.

Whether you believe this or not, no one likes to hurt others. Most times when someone does something mean they regret it. Case in point, Judas. In another example, some people who have tried to commit suicide and survived, have reported that they had a moment of regret just after the deed.

There are no good feelings another person gets from hurting you and that is their issue to deal with. But you don't have to feel like they "won" anything.

If there's any opportunity to makes amends, take it wholeheartedly or simply move on.