GOSSIP HINDERS THE ANOINTING FOR PROSPERITY


Rev.Michael Benson Ajayi

Prov 26:20 KJV “Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth.”
Eph 4:31 AMP  “Let all bitterness and indignation and wrath (passion, rage, bad temper) and resentment (anger, animosity) and quarreling (brawling, clamor, contention) and slander (evil-speaking, abusive or blasphemous language) be banished from you, with all malice (spite, ill will, or baseness of any kind).
      Gossip is idle talk or rumor, especially about other persons ,usually  in a condescending or critical manner .It also involves sharing of damaging secrets with the intent of causing a scandal . Gossip is Satan’s weapon of choice in causing wars in nations and the destruction of families .It is for that reason that God frowns strongly against gossip and tattling (Psalm15:1-3) Gossips are in danger of condemnation (Matt12:36,37,Jer 17:10)
   As harmless as posting a false information on social media may appear with it going viral, the consequences are extremely damaging, resulting in loss of lives and hatred for God. Most atheists claim God is the reason behind wars but in reality prov. 26:20 says gossips are behind wars the world over.   It is for this reason that we should ask for spiritual maturity to avoid those who engage in this evil .  Prov 20:19 NIV “A gossip betrays a confidence; so avoid a man who talks too much.” Gossips are usually idle therefore ,we should seek gainful employment or engage in business , this shuts the door to gossips (2Thess.3:11)
      It is unchristian to speak evil of a person especially those in government in their absence; those who do such are spiritually immature. Titus 3:1-2 TLB “Remind your people to obey the government and its officers, and always to be obedient and ready for any honest work. They must not speak evil of anyone, nor quarrel, but be gentle and truly courteous to all.”  There are legal avenues through which one can convey a message to them in case they are falling short .It has to be done constructively and in honour , we owe those in power our prayers ; public office holders are accountable to God and He will judge them  for every misdeed while in office. Same with preachers   James 3:1 TLB says “Dear brothers, don't be too eager to tell others their faults, for we all make many mistakes; and when we teachers of religion, who should know better, do wrong, our punishment will be greater than it would be for others.”  Gossips promote hate and this is against God’s will for His Church
      Gossip is destructive and unloving ; in 1 Samuel 24:9 King Saul’s men spread the rumour that David wanted to kill him ; this led to Saul seeking to kill David , and through a rumours Israel fell into the hands of their enemies ( Ezekiel 22:9) as everyone became suspicious of their neighbour . Gossip destroys friendships and marriages,   Prov 16:28 TLB says ” An evil man sows strife; gossip separates the best of friends.” A gossip is described as an evil man and should be avoided by all means , refusal to do so would lead to the compromise of one’s spiritual defenses, God’s angels are under command to frustrate gossips therefore , being in their midst could lead to hindrances to prayers and prosperity . Gossip leads to emotional depression , illness and disappointments   Prov 15:4 “Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.”  We should ask the lord to fill our hearts with grace for reconciliation and love for humanity regardless of our differences. 
 Prayer : Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and  receive grace for overwhelming peace and love in Jesus name. 
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