#45: Proverbs 20:19 - Beware of Slanderers
Story summary
In this Bible lesson, Oliver Cuckoo-bee’s reputation lands him in hot water when Betty spreads a false rumor about him. She learns from Proverbs 20:19 the dangers of gossiping and slandering others.
Proverbs 20:19
Whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets;
therefore do not associate with a simple babbler.
therefore do not associate with a simple babbler.
What did We Learn?
- We learned that it is best to be careful who you trust with important information.
- It is also important that, before we share information about someone that:
1. we know it is true and;
2. we ask ourselves if it is our business to share it. - Gossip is spreading hurtful news about someone.
- Gossip is a powerful thing in our lives.
- It’s hard to stop gossiping.
- Instead of Gossip, we need the power of the Gospel, the Good News of Jesus to teach our heart how to speak good words about people and not share secrets that would hurt or embarrass them.
Let's Pray
Dear Heavenly Father,
Help the Holy Spirit guard our tongue.
When we want to spread rumors or share personal information about someone that would hurt them, help us keep our mouths closed.
Instead of opening our mouths to share gossip, help us instead to share the good news of Jesus.
In Jesus’ Name we pray.
Amen.
Help the Holy Spirit guard our tongue.
When we want to spread rumors or share personal information about someone that would hurt them, help us keep our mouths closed.
Instead of opening our mouths to share gossip, help us instead to share the good news of Jesus.
In Jesus’ Name we pray.
Amen.
Discussion Questions
Have you ever gossiped about someone? Why is gossip a bad thing?