Rumors need oxygen. The Fathers teach that gossip dies in silence—and lives on our curiosity and clicks. Even interest in slander makes us complicit.
Being a man of God means being uninterested in drama and lies.
Suggestions for the Day
- Refuse to share or comment on trending gossip—celebrity or local.
- Don’t speculate about someone else’s life. Pray for them instead.
- Encourage others to speak well—or not at all.
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