If only my dad knows that I drink every night because I can't make sense of how rude people can become to the opressed, neglected and vulnerable.
And the apathy of Christianity has a lot to do with it.
Protestant ethics gave birth to capitalism (and has neglected the empathy it used to have on those "who have not").
I wish practicing Christians are more engaged in the struggle of the marginalized. I wish they are less concerned with how consistent their "quiet times" become. I wish they actively do what they profess.
My theology is simple. Love God above all. Love others as you love yourself.
I am drunk as fuck. Most nights, Ia am. I am an escapist. I make sure I am drunk at night, so that I don't harbor ill feelings to brothers and sisters.
I try to be vocal. But they categorize me as too radical for a "Christian".
They don't see how much Jesus tried to fight the Jewish cultural norms so he can be more in touched with the sinners.
Whether you are a believer or not, this night, I would just want to celebrate those who are with the marginalized. May we find our hope in Jesus. And may we continue to love God and love others as we love our own selves.
Padayon! At mabuhay tayo at ang mga manginginom ng red horse.
