Through these studies, we will confront one of the most widespread sins in our culture: gossip. We say we don’t like gossip, but we still do it. We will think about why we act this way although we know it to be bad; see why gossip is harmful; and think deeply about what it means to keep a secret. Lastly, we will try to discover how we can change the habit of gossip, and find solutions we can put into practice.
01_03 Gossip
MATERIALS
01_03_01 I Don't Gossip
Do we want to please other people or please God? We will see that the way we answer this question is connected to our old nature, and also point out how widespread this habit is.
01_03_02 Losses of Gossip
We will try to realize just how much harm we cause to someone when we gossip. As we look at what kinds of harm are caused, we will see that gossip is not just an ordinary conversation which "stays between ourselves."
01_03_03 Being Confidant
To be able to be a confidant of someone - to keep their secrets - is a precious thing. How good are we at this? If we're the kind of person our friends trust with their secrets, why do we then share the private lives of others as a prayer topic?
01_03_04 I'm Changing
How can we succeed in not gossiping? We will look at ways we can change in light of the truths the Bible communicates to us, and also discuss together what we can do in contexts where we are surrounded by gossip.