Gossip vs. Discernment: What the Bible Says About Testing Public Teaching

Описание: What does the Bible actually say about gossip, slander, and discernment? And is evaluating public teaching really the same thing as gossip?
In this episode of NAR to Christ, we address a growing accusation aimed at biblical discernment—that questioning doctrine or testing public teaching is “gossip.” Scripture gives clear definitions for gossip and slander, and it also commands believers to test all things, expose works of darkness, and hold teaching accountable to God’s Word.
This episode carefully defines what gossip is (and is not), what slander is (and is not), and why examining public sermons, books, videos, and claims is not sinful speech—but a biblical responsibility when done truthfully and in love.
We also address how loaded labels are often used to silence scrutiny, why precision with language matters for Christians, and how to contend for the truth without crossing into sinful speech.
In this episode, we cover:
• The biblical definition of gossip
• The biblical definition of slander
• Why testing public teaching is not gossip
• How discernment gets mislabeled to shut down accountability
• The difference between exposing error and spreading rumors
• How Christians should speak truthfully, carefully, and biblically
Key Scriptures referenced:
Romans 1:28–30; Proverbs 11:13; Proverbs 20:19; Proverbs 26:20; Matthew 18:15–17; Ephesians 5:11; Romans 16:17; 1 Peter 2:1
📌 This episode is especially helpful for those navigating questions around discernment, false teaching, and accusations of being a “heresy hunter.”
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This video first appeared at Dawn's YouTube and is posted here with her permission:    • Discerning gossip and slander in the Wild ...  

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