#26: Proverbs 16:28 - Dishonesty Separates Close Friends
Story summary
In this Bible story, the class gossip turns Betty and Joy against each other. Mr. Flanagan shares an episode of his TV show: Flyami Vice, and teaches the class a lesson from Proverbs 16:28 about the dangers of gossip.
Proverbs 16:28
A dishonest man spreads strife,
and a whisperer separates close friends.
and a whisperer separates close friends.
What did We Learn?
- Sometimes there are people who like to stir up trouble and separate close friends with untrue rumors.
- We must always remember the source and ask the Lord to give us discernment... or eyes to see what is true.
- Discernment helps us know who we can trust and dismiss those who whisper untruths to hurt us.
Let's Pray
Dear Heavenly Father,
We know we can trust you to give us wisdom.
Give us eyes to see the truth about people, and help us know the difference between someone trying to build us up and someone trying to stir things up.
In Jesus’ name we pray.
Amen.
We know we can trust you to give us wisdom.
Give us eyes to see the truth about people, and help us know the difference between someone trying to build us up and someone trying to stir things up.
In Jesus’ name we pray.
Amen.
Discussion Questions
Have you ever spread untrue rumors like Oliver? Have you ever had someone spread untrue rumors about you?