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as ‘trolling’. When we analyze the social media campaign of the
reigning political party, we will realize that trolling was used as
an effective tool or weapon to shut the voice of truth. Anyone
who dared to question the policies or actions of the ruling party
were and are targeted with merciless trolling by the Party’s IT
cell. We can see two types of responses to this, first is counter
trolling i.e. mocking the leaders of the Reigning party in return,
and second is to rise above all types of trolling and speak the
truth more clearly and loudly, either through words or through
actions. In this scripture we see Jesus opting the second. Jesus
actually moves beyond just overlooking his insult through
mocking and asks forgiveness on behalf of the ones who were
mocking/trolling him. Truly in the mockery of Christ, we end
up looking at the love of the Triune God.
Friends, we have entered a time where we as followers of
Christ have to stand for truth and question/protest all types of
injustice and sin. Others may mock and troll us, but let us not
waver from our call and continue our for justice and equity, in
love.

Prayer

Gracious God, during this Lenten season, give us a new
and expanded vision for our life. Help us to live a life of faith
in the midst of struggles. Teach us to find hope in the face of
adversity for you have overcome the world. Amen

Rev. R. Raja Baktha Singh
KanyaKumari Diocse

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