If you are tired and frustrated seeing all the rumor mongers and backbiters having a field day, make a bold move by talking positively about other people behind their backs.
Whether these people get to hear the good things you say about them or not, there will at least be a flicker of hope among your circle that sensible discussions can still exist. Your move will prove as well that small talk does not always have to be damaging to other people’s reputation and confidence.
Better conversations can start with you, and hopefully, it will inspire others to do the same thing too. This is our calling as Christians, because not offending others and minding our own business is a way of loving others. As St. Paul the Apostle wrote to the Ephesian church:
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” Ephesians 4:29
Thank you for reading through our devotional today. I invite you to ponder on Ephesians 4:25-32Â to dig deeper on today’s topic.
Reflection Question: Â Do you get frustrated about the gossip around you? How do you avoid engaging, and how do you put an end to such practice?
Conversation with the Lord: Heavenly Father, please give me the grace to avoid the temptation of gossip, and help me build other people up by always talking positively about others whether they hear it or not. Amen.