In the light of today's decision about Jacob Zuma, here's some advice from Bonhoeffer...

As the heading says, today's decision about the Jacob Zuma matter is some concern.  Don't get me wrong, every person requires the right to appeal against a charge laid against them if they feel that they have been unfairly treated.  However, the political posturing, intimidation, and track record surrounding this issue are overwhelming evidence of the fact that Mr Zuma has something to hide, and that he will muster all the support that he can to have his point heard.

This is not justice, and as such it must be a matter of grave concern for all South Africa's citizens.  Each of us shall have to choose how we can bring about good in this situation.  For those of us who are persons of faith, I thought this advice from Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German pastor who was killed by Adolf Hitler because of his stance against National Socialist (Nazi) abuses of power, is quite good advice.

Our being Christian today will be limited to two things: prayer and righteous action among humanity. 

- Dietrich Bonhoeffer

What do you think?  Let us pray for Mr Zuma, let us also pray for our land and for those who are swept up by promises that may be unrealistic, and political sentiments that may be founded on false hope.