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by Grace Tom-Lawyer  
7/21/2014 / Christian Living

On the 4th of July, the nation of France was left in shock as a teacher was stabbed to death by the mother of one of her pupils in front of her class. The end of year results had just been released and her daughter's performance was poor.

As extreme as that was, it happens everytime we engage in the sin of gossip and slander (Leviticus 19:16, Psalms 31:13). Gossip can kill suddenly or slowly as its cancerous tentacles spread around. It was through gossip and misrepresentation of facts that the Pharisees were able to present a reason to kill Jesus (Matthew 26:61). Nothing causes discord (Proverbs 6:16, 19) or stirs strife (Proverbs 26:20) like gossip. It halts (Numbers 12:15; 1-3) and damages (Proverbs 16:28;18:8,21) relationships and subsequently robs us of the beauty of relating to people on a first hand basis (1 Samuel 24:9).It also leaves no place for grace for the weaknesses of others as well as dethrones God of his right to be judge. God is dishonoured when we gossip (Psalms 50:19-21, Malachi 2:5-7).

Recognizing and avoiding situations when we are most tempted to gossip is wisdom (Proverbs 18:6-8, 1 Corinthians 5:11).Our words are a reflection of our hearts. Regular examination of our motives and hearts can place a check on the sin of gossiping (Romans 1:29-30). It may be that we need to rid it of malice, pride and jealousy (Psalms 101:5).

Finally, make it your business to mind your business #MIYB2MYB (1 Timothy 5:13).

Grace Tom-Lawyer is a writer who lives in the United Kingdom and loves to share a message that brings dignity to the lives of people with a passion for the practical application of Biblical truths in everyday living.
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