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Avoid this because God hates it!

In Proverbs 6: 16-19, the scriptures reveal seven things that God hates. They are an abomination to Him. It is most ironic that three of the seven can be seen among Christians. They are: A lying tongue, a false witness who lies about a fellow Christian, and one who sows discord among the brethren. There are those who “catagorize” sins. They think that adultery and stealing are bad sins. But they have no problem lying, bearing false witness about a fellow Christian, nor thinking that fomenting division among the brethren is any big thing. Let me remind them that God hates these things. They are an abomination to God! This will bring judgement to whoever practices this kind of evil. If someone comes to you to gossip, or to bring any accusation, or foments division, get away from that person right away. Don’t have anything to do with that. Walk in love. Walk in forgiveness. Walk in the light of God. Darkness will have to flee when exposed to the light of God’s love and grace!

Proverbs 26:20 (AMP) “For lack of wood the fire goes out, And where there is no whisperer [who gossips], contention quiets down”

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Did you hear about that “juicy” gossip?

I have a special invitation for you at the end of today’s devotional.

One of the biggest threats in our nation today are leaks of private information that are meant to destroy a person’s character. When secrets are revealed, it is usually destructive and embarrassing. Proverbs 25:9 (ESV) says:  “Argue your case with your neighbor himself, and do not reveal another’s secret.” We are instructed by the scriptures not to reveal another’s secret. When we have a disagreement with anyone, the correct posture is to argue the case directly with them. The goal is to come to an agreement privately and then continue to walk together in peace. In Matthew 18: 15-17,  Jesus teaches that if someone offends us or sins against us, we are to first go directly to them about the offense. Today, when many christians are offended, they share their offense to everyone except to the one that offended them. It feels good to get it of their chest at the moment, but they are setting in motion a series of problems that will arise because of them sharing it with others. Invariably, the information will leak out, and it will foment or incite the destruction of relationships or of someone’s character. This displeases the heart of God. Don’t allow yourself to get caught up in gossip or leaks of information. If someone brings private information to you, either refuse to receive it, or let them know that you might have to share it with someone in leadership. This will stop any gossip or leaks. It will also protect you from taking part in harming your brother or sister in Christ. You will also be pleasing God because it is His will that we settle issues with honor and integrity.

Proverbs 25:9 (ESV)“Argue your case with your neighbor himself, and do not reveal another’s secret”

Don’t miss this Sunday’s service at 11 am. Our guest speaker will be Bishop Joseph Mattera. He is an internationally sought out speaker, who flows with prophetic insight. His teachings on the Kingdom of God are being taught in in cooperation with Oral Roberts University. His articles can be seen in Charisma magazine. He is the founder of Christ Covenant Coalition, an international network of networks.