HIS VOICE DAILY DEVOTIONAL
SATURDAY, 20TH JULY 2024
TOPIC: GOD FORBIDS TALEBEARING
TEXT: LEVETICUS 19:16
Thou shalt not go up and down as a talebearer among thy people: neither shalt thou stand against the blood of thy neighbour: I am the LORD. KJV
One of the various commandments given by the Lord unto Moses as a guide, and instruction, to the children of Israel on how they are to deal with each other in holiness, and in the fear of God, is that no one should go up and down as a talebearer among the people. The Lord detests the act of gossip and established that it is an unholy and sinful act that can cause chaos amidst brethren.
Leveticus 19:1-2 says: And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them, Ye shall be holy: for I the LORD your God am holy. KJV.
At the beginning of this chapter before the instructions were given, the Lord established his intention towards the people. He is holy; therefore, the people must live a holy life by directing their affairs in ways that suit the will of God. Talebearing or gossiping does not express the holiness of God. It is plainly the work of the devil and should not be allowed in the midst of God's people.
Therefore, whether intentionally or unintentionally, if you realise that you have been a talebearer, walking up and down in spreading other people's information without their permission or knowledge for any reason at all, you should stop. God says, it doesn't glorify him.
It's an unholy act. In this present time, you do not even need to walk up and down physically, with the internet, many are roaming about peddling in other people's business and spreading gossip. In a world where gossip has even been legalised as a means of livelihood, the child of God must be cautious and beware of such sites and online exposure.
Do not have friends, who cannot keep a secret. Whose mouth are dedicated to speaking lies and falsehood or telling tales about other people. Evil communication corrupt good manner. Cast away the evil deed of talebearing and walk in the light of God's will for your life. Be a person of good and mature character in the Lord.
PRAYER
Lord, I confess that I might have fall victim of talebearing. Please forgive me. Henceforth, help me to keep my heart, eyes and mouth out of other people's business. Help me to speak righteous words and give my tongue to wholesome words. Purify my heart and purge me thoroughly with the power of your spirit in Jesus' name. Amen
Written by: Mopelola Oyeniran
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