Romans 16:17 Now I urge you, brethren, note those who cause divisions and offenses, contrary to the doctrine which you learned, and avoid them. It seems as though we are living in a day of tabloid mentality. The society is so obsessed with gossip, innuendos, and rumors. Just turn on the TV and youll find all kinds of programs that probe into the personal lives of others. This tabloid mentality has even entered the news media, where reporters hunt for that juicy piece of gossip. The tragedy is that if someone is charged with a crime today, we try him or her in the media before they ever have had the opportunity to enter a court of law where evidence is presented and where they face their accusers. Sadly, this kind of thinking can even enter the church. When we hear something about someone else, immediately our ears perk up. But what does the Bible tell us? It says that love believes the best of every person. It doesnt say that love believes the worst. This means when someone says something about a Christian brother or sister-you should immediately have some disbelief in your heart. The reason is that you are to believe the best of that individual. We must be very careful, because many times we accept rumor as truth. Then to make matters worse-we start repeating what weve heard without checking the facts. One of the things the Bible says that God hates is the one who sows discord among others. Proverbs 6:16–19. This is the person who spreads rumors, who spreads innuendos, and who slanders others. God hates this. Dont be someone who spreads rumors. Dont be someone who gossips. Its wrong. Its sinful. It displeases God! Amen. May God bless you all with understanding. Bro. Wayne Bear Your Cross Ministry Kingsville, TX 78363 PH: 361-355-0137
Posted on: Wed, 23 Oct 2013 13:43:37 +0000
Trending Topics
© 2015