A gossip betrays a confidence; so avoid anyone who talks too much. (Proverbs 20:19 NIV)
No one likes to be talked about behind their back. I know I don’t so I must watch my mouth as to not slander anyone. Most of the time, if I am not at the scene of an act, how can I know if what someone else is saying about another is true. When gossip starts, I need to shut it down.
Be Encouraged! We must choose not to gossip about others. We must make an intentional choice.