Rumor Has It

While it may seem small and insignificant compared to the body as a whole, the tongue “boasts of great things” (James 3:5). Research shows the average person speaks about 16,000 words per day. More specifically, gossip can easily become a daily part of our conversations. Most of us know that gossip is an unhealthy habit and yet we can’t seem to get our tongues under control. So, what does the Bible say about gossip and how can a Christian appropriately respond to this struggle?