“And they conferred together and with the money bought the Potter’s Field as a burial place for strangers. For this reason that field has been called the Field of Blood to this day” (Matthew 27:7-8).
The word in Hebrew that is used here, ‘field of blood,’ is the same as that which is used in the commandment, Thou shalt not murder. The taking of innocent blood is a curse. Judas betrayed Jesus and was a part of His murder. There have been many killing fields throughout history, but this is the one that records that our Lord was murdered for our sake. The final answer always belongs to God. Christ was resurrected.
Lord, in the mystery of life and death, You move us forward on the time-line that is in Your hands. Guide us, Lord, so that we humbly submit to You, the One who knows all things. Lead us into the life You give so that we may humbly walk the path You have set before each of us. Even if we are betrayed by others, help us to see that You cannot, nor will You, ever betray the faithful, for Your word is eternally true.
Lord Jesus, into Your hand I commend all that I am. Take me through the journey of salvation so that I may be completed by You. Guide me every step of the way in order that I may learn from You not only how to live the life I have here and now but also be prepared for the eternal life that You have set before me. Teach me Your way of love and compassion so that I reflect what You give to all whom I meet. Amen.
