Gossip....

Ecclesiastes 7:20-22  "There is not a righteous man on earth who does what is right and never sins. Do not pay attention to every word people say or you may hear your servant cursing you - for you know in your heart that many times you yourself have cursed others."

  I was reading this today and it spoke to me.  I often find myself upset by what someone has said or done and loose focus.  This verse helps put things back into perspective.  It is not telling you to dismiss valid criticism etc, but it is telling to you not take everything you hear to heart.  Think of how you respond to other drivers in traffic... how do you think they would feel if they heard what you are saying to them or about them?  We are all sinful, that does not justify it - but we need to remember that when we are loading up on our emotional baggage.  If we can carry a few less pieces our walk might be a little easier.