Psalm 142 is a wisdom psalm where David lamented that the world around him was cruel. He rejoiced that, while no person would help him, God was his Refuge. Our text today provides a similar story of an uncaring world. Judas, one of Jesus' own followers, betrayed our Lord to the priests. In a moment of remorse, Judas tried to undo his crime, but with no success. His despair led him to commit suicide. What a terrible reminder that the world is not a loving place. Today's sermon- A Cruel World for Burdened Souls -Matthew 27-1-10-.