Betrayal

When we think of the term “betrayal” we can immediately shift our eyes towards Judas, but if we consider that someone had to do it. Did they not. If not him, who? Who do you know in your own life that has been the sign for disloyalty, duplicity, treachery, unfaithfulness, or even a traitor?

With certainty, the picture in someone’s frame or on their mind would or could be you and/or me.

Betrayal means "an act of deliberate falseness," like when your friend told other people all your secrets. What a betrayal! At the root of this word, we have — "mislead” and “deceive." Betrayal has to do with destroying someone's trust.

What are u thinking about when you are considering destroying your wife’s, friends’ or bosses’ trust in you? What is rolling or bouncing through your mind?

QUESTION: What does it mean when someone betrays YOU?

Betrayal is nothing short of a breach of trust, where someone intentionally harms or deceives a person they are in a relationship with, whether romantic, familial, or platonic. It usually involves actions or blunders that violate the other person's confidence, often causing emotional distress and psychological or emotional trauma.

What is the behavior of the person who engages in disloyalty? When people who are close to you display these characteristics: harmful disclosures of confidential information, infidelity and dishonesty, we have found the person who will have a difficult time of “being trusted further than he/she can be thrown”  This person will eventually cause within us disturbing moods and will also be a major source of considerable distress.


NOTE: I have shared with ADONAI and a few men, "I can’t be trusted. I desire to be, but I struggle to be. The sin I deal with every day is too real for me. I will not trust myself; and I don’t!"

I have betrayed my trust with my LORD on frequent occasions. That is a spiritual sickness that I am in. It’s a constant fight to overcome and heal from. I like to say, we need to be “persistently consistent in serving of GOD.”  The ONLY TREATMENT is my steadfast pursuit of His Truth coupled with my faithful obedience.

The Bible strongly condemns betrayal, highlighting its devastating impact on relationships and individuals. It portrays betrayal as involving deceit and treachery and warns of the severe consequences for those who deceive (lie about stuff) others. The Bible also offers guidance on how to respond to betrayal, emphasizing forgiveness and turning to GOD for healing and strength.

Here is a good list of the names of some of those considered unscrupulous at some point. A was not considered as called close to Yeshua (or were they?) and was at least for a while (or for a purpose) – considered as untrustworthy.

• Judas Iscariot

• James (me)

• Absalom's (rebellion against king David)

• King David

Treachery and deceit will often involve hidden motives, dishonesty, and a willingness to harm others for personal gain. The Bible warns of the negative consequences for those who betray others, both

MARITAL BETRAYAL

HOWEVER, despite the pain of betrayal, the Bible (GOD’s Word) emphasizes the importance of forgiveness and turning to GOD for healing.

The Bible teaches that the Father is aware of betrayal and its impact, and He offers comfort, guidance, and healing to those who have been betrayed.

If your partner cheated on you, abused you, or ghosted you, you may feel betrayed. You might also feel deceived if they don't prioritize you or you find that they're repeatedly unreliable.

The pain of being betrayed is UNREAL! It is so painful because it fundamentally violates trust, which is without a doubt a crucial element for healthy relationships and a sense of security.

Since we are tossing out details on “betrayal in a marriage”, how long do you suppose a marriage, your marriage, will endure it?  It can and will be difficult to heal from, and can trigger a range of painful emotions, including anger, resentment, and shame. Some relationships NEVER recover from untrustworthy actions.

Many people will know the answer to this next question. On the flip side, some of those same people will not want anything to do with the answer.

Can betrayal ever be forgiven?  In our own strength? Never! If the LORD is leading us? Yes. Don’t forget, He first LOVED us!  He has cross marks on His body to show the forgiveness that travels through the LOVE that is found and originates in the Father. Forgiving someone who has betrayed your trust takes a LOT of work.

REMINDER: Forgiveness and compassion don’t mean excusing what has occurred. You and I are not expected to overlook the behavior or accept their wrongdoing. There is much understanding that comes with this experiential choice of forgiveness for moving forward. It is, however, about letting go of the resentment, freeing yourself from the emotional pain, and allowing yourself to live in the Shalom that comes from trusting GOD’s Son. He is the Prince of Peace (Sar Shalom).