Every once in a while, there is a story which makes headline news that is disturbing. An event whose impact on others changes their lives for others. Unfortunately, for Joe Paterno, his life will be forever linked to Jerry Sandusky. Sometimes not doing anything is as big of a sin as the act itself.
As the jury made their verdict last night in the Jerry Sandusky Case, sometimes the final decision is not what it should be. Matthew 18:5-6 magnifies how God feels about children. Anyone who harms a child in a way that causes them to stumble should punished. Jesus suggests that a person who falls under this category should be hung and thrown into the ocean with an anchor carrying them to the bottom of the sea.
No one can understand the mind of God as Job found out in the Old Testament. However, the Bible can be confusing at times as you wrestle between God’s forgiveness and judgment. The only thing clear about last night’s decision is that child are at peace knowing one sexual predator is behind bars. Pray that those still on the streets will be convicted of their sin or be found out and caught before anyone else is harmed.
by Jay Mankus
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