GOSSIP : A GOOD SPEAKER? OR DO THEY TEACH ANOTHER GOSPEL?

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PART 4 SERIES

A GOOD SPEAKER?

OR TO THEY TEACH ANOTHER GOSPEL?

MINISTRY GOSSIP:

IS CHRISTIAN MINISTRY GOSSIP FALSE TEACHING?

When Discernment Becomes Destruction
AKA My Christian Community: Deciding Whom to Truly Trust

A Biblical Warning About Christian Tabloid Culture, Word Curses,

and “Calling Out Sin for God”

TD SAYS:

“JUST SAY “NO!”

“My delight is in the law of the Lord”… not in the juicy gossip!!”

“Gossip is the poor human’s bread. They love to feast on it” Sister T

“We are surrounded by a great crowd of false witnesses” TD DFW

“I don’t gossip, I don’t accuse, I don’t hang around with those who do” TD

Very Low Esteem …Big Ego? Need Identity!! Dr. T

TD Says The Real Purpose : In light of our modern culture, I ask Chat GPT to compare “gossip” with “Christ’s approach and find out if it is “departing from the Christ’s teachings” Submitted as Selah “to pause and consider and compare with the Bible:

Please address the many “modern day “our voices must be heard!” It is our RIGHT do expose SIN and to warn the rest” “The Gossip Driven Church”

Chat GPT AI expounds:

I. “It’s Our Duty to Expose Sin!” — Is That Actually Biblical?

Today, many Christian platforms claim it’s their God-given duty to “expose darkness” and “protect the Church” and rat on many fellow Christians…by broadcasting the sins, missteps, and private lives of others. They cite:

“Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them.”
— Ephesians 5:11 (KJV)

++ But the Greek word for “reprove” (elenchō) means to convict or correct—not to go public with edited videos, leaked recordings, or monetized smear campaigns.* Jesus corrected people privately, even Judas.
++ He did not hold press conferences or “go live” to expose Peter’s denial.

II. Scandal for Profit: Monetizing “Discernment”

Many so-called discernment ministries rack up thousands of views, receive donations, and gain platforms off public rebuke videos.

But Scripture warns:

“Supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.”
— 1 Timothy 6:5

“Woe unto you when all men shall speak well of you! for so did their fathers to the false prophets.”

— Luke 6:26

++ Turning others’ reputations into revenue is not a spiritual gift—it’s a fleshly ambition dressed in religious language.

III. “Everyone Is Right in Their Own Eyes” — A Warning from Judges

“In those days… every man did that which was right in his own eyes.”

— Judges 21:25

The current media climate among Christians mirrors this:

“God told me to expose them.”
“It’s my right as a watchman.”
“We had to leak that private conversation—it’s ministry.”

++ No accountability. No process. No humility.

This is not discernment—it’s rebellion cloaked in righteousness.

IV. How the First Church Handled Sin and Conflict

The early Church never used video, public spectacle, or mass shaming. Here’s what they did:

Note: Private First:

“If thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone…”

— Matthew 18:15–17

Note:

With Restoration in Mind:

“Ye which are spiritual, restore such a one in the spirit of meekness…”
— Galatians 6:1

++ With Witnesses, Not Recordings:

“Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses.”

— 1 Timothy 5:19

++ Confrontation was always face-to-face and with humility, not clickbait.

V. Word Curses and Name-Calling: Unbiblical and Dangerous

From some pulpits and platforms, we now hear Christians publicly call others:

Jezebel
Witch
Demonized
Church-hopper
Not submitted to spiritual authority, In Rebellion
Underminers, Trouble makers
Church hoppers
False prophets, persons
“Unfaithful….Sleeping around”
“DL”

However:

“Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.”
— James 3:10

“Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth…”
— Ephesians 4:29

Such behavior is not Holy Ghost discernment. It’s verbal abuse and spiritual manipulation.

VI. What Spirit Is Actually Behind This?

“For if he that cometh preacheth another Jesus… another gospel… another spirit… ye might well bear with him.”
— 2 Corinthians 11:4

“Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.”
— 2 Corinthians 11:14

Even if these ministries look biblical, if the fruit is division, fear, slander, or pride, then it may be powered by the wrong spirit.

VII. Is Gossip False Teaching?

And Does It Depart from Christ’s Teachings?

++ 1. Yes—because gossip opposes sound doctrine.

The Bible doesn’t just call gossip a sin—it places it alongside false teaching, division, and ungodliness:

“They are gossips, slanderers, God-haters… they invent ways of doing evil…”
— Romans 1:29–30
(This list includes behaviors God gave people over to due to their rebellion.)

“…that they learn to be idle, wandering about from house to house; and not only idle, but tattlers also and busybodies, speaking things which they ought not.”
— 1 Timothy 5:13

++ Gossip is a behavioral symptom of false teaching, especially when used to slander or damage others in the name of “spiritual discernment.”

It corrupts the body, stirs division, and damages reputations—exactly the opposite of what Christ and the apostles taught.

“They are gossips, slanderers, God-haters… they invent ways of doing evil…”
— Romans 1:29–30

“Speaking things which they ought not.”
— 1 Timothy 5:13

++ 2.Does gossip “depart from the teachings of Christ?”

Yes—gossip departs from Christ’s teachings.
Jesus commanded private correction, mercy, and forgiveness—never broadcasting sin or rumors.

“Go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone…”

— Matthew 18:15“

** John 13:35

By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.”

Point

Ministry, lay, community ‘gossip” directly contradicts Jesus’ model for dealing with sin, conflict, and speech.

“If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone…”

— Matthew 18:15

“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.”
— Matthew 5:9

“By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.”
— John 13:35

++ Christ taught forgiveness, private correction, and peacemaking—not shaming, back-channeling, or public accusation.

Therefore, **ongoing gossip—especially disguised as ministry—**does depart from the teachings of Jesus and falls into the category of “another gospel” (Galatians 1:6–9).

VIII. Gospel or Gossip?

Note what Paul states ” Is Not the Gospel of Christ”

Paul wrote with sorrow:

“I marvel that ye are so soon removed… unto another gospel… let him be accursed.”
— Galatians 1:6–9

Preaching fear, public shaming, and exposure without relationship is another gospel.
The Gospel of Jesus is one of:

Mercy
Correction in love
Restoration
Reverence
Truth with compassion

“If Any Man Preach Another Gospel… Let Him Be Accursed”

“I marvel that ye are so soon removed… unto another gospel… let him be accursed.”
— Galatians 1:6–9

A message that majors in:

Exposure
Suspicion
Fear
Superiority
Slanted evidence
is not the gospel of Christ.
It is another gospel, and Paul says, “Let him be accursed.”

IX. What Should the Body of Christ Do?

Test the spirit of any ministry (1 John 4:1).
Refuse to make, view or post, share gossip videos, even if “Christian.”
Confront others biblically, not digitally.
Build up, don’t tear down (Romans 14:19).
Pray for those caught in sin, rather than destroying them (James 5:16–20).

“The servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient…”
— 2 Timothy 2:24–25

If Christ didn’t expose you on a cross of shame, don’t hang your brother or sister on one either.

Taveau asks Chat GPT AI

Please expound upon this Media Age, where everybody is “in the know”

compare it to the saints behavior in Jesus days

Chat GPT responds

In today’s digital age, it’s become increasingly common for individuals to sniff out scandals or faults in well-known ministers and leaders, often with the intent of exposing them publicly. These individuals—who may be third-party observers or self-proclaimed experts—seem to take it upon themselves to bring the case to light, frequently on social media or through articles, claiming to be acting in the name of reform or justice. They may even exploit the situation for personal gain, including monetizing the scandal and gaining public attention.

So, the question arises: How would Jesus and Paul address this behavior, particularly in the context of the First Church?

1. Jesus’ Approach: Restoration, Not Public Shaming

Jesus’ approach to dealing with sin and conflict was focused on restoration and redemption rather than public exposure or scandal-mongering. In Matthew 18:15-17, Jesus outlines the process for dealing with personal grievances within the Church:

Step 1: Confront the individual privately: “If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you.”
Step 2: If there is no repentance, then involve others in a wider circle for accountability.
Step 3: If the matter is still unresolved, the church body can get involved.

Jesus’ method was one of humility and privacy, designed to protect the dignity of both the one at fault and the broader Body of Christ. His approach was restorative, aiming to lead the sinner to repentance and reconciliation (Luke 15:7).

Now, contrast that with today’s exposés. These often take the form of public shaming rather than private correction. In such cases, the heart of restoration is lost, and instead, the focus shifts to personal vindication or reputation-building. Jesus would likely see this as a corruption of His method, not just because it goes against His teachings on humility and privacy, but because it often damages both the church’s witness and the individual’s opportunity for redemption.

2. Paul’s Approach: Accountability and Care for the Church’s Reputation

Paul, in his letters to the early churches, had a very serious view of how to handle sin and scandal within the Body of Christ. His focus was always on accountability, but also on protecting the unity and purity of the church. Let’s look at a few key passages:

1 Corinthians 6:1-7: Paul rebukes believers who take each other to court, publicly airing their grievances before unbelievers. He is adamant that conflicts should be resolved within the church through godly counsel and reconciliation, rather than through public humiliation.
Galatians 6:1: “Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted.” Restoration is always the goal in Paul’s teachings—this involves gentleness, humility, and a desire to help the individual reconcile with both God and the community.
1 Timothy 5:19-20: “Do not entertain an accusation against an elder unless it is brought by two or three witnesses. But those elders who are sinning you are to reprove before everyone, so that the others may take warning.” Paul advocates for accountable correction, but also emphasizes that accusations against leaders should be carefully verified and that public rebuke should only occur in cases where the sin is clear and unrepentant.

Paul also addresses the church’s witness to the outside world. In Ephesians 4:3, he writes, “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” Publicly airing the sins or scandals of leaders without careful consideration damages the witness of the church and undermines its testimony to the watching world.

3. The Problem with Public Exposés: The Spirit of Vindictiveness

When individuals take it upon themselves to go public with scandals or accusations—especially without proper accountability, verification, or a heart for restoration—they are departing from the spirit of both Jesus’ and Paul’s teachings. What often happens in these modern exposés is that they are not about restoring the person who has fallen, but about tearing down a leader to elevate the exposer. Social media becomes a platform for vindictiveness, where the primary goal seems to be seeking justice for the offended party or gaining followers, rather than upholding the dignity and grace of both the fallen individual and the community.

This spirit of vindictiveness is contrary to the gospel, which calls us to a higher standard of love and grace. In 1 Corinthians 13, Paul says, “Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” Publicly exposing others, especially when the motivation is personal gain or retribution, lacks love and instead is rooted in selfish ambition. It is destructive, both to the individual being exposed and to the larger church body.

4. The Harmful Fruit of Public Scandals and Whistleblowing

While it is true that some scandals in the Church need to be addressed, the way in which they are handled can either lead to restoration or destruction. Publicizing such scandals for profit or public attention does not lead to healthy reform. Instead, it often leads to further division, hurt feelings, and a deeper sense of distrust among the church body and the world. This kind of behavior brings shame to the name of Christ and harms the witness of the Church.

Furthermore, these practices can cause spiritual harm to the wider body. People who are watching these exposés may become disillusioned with the church, believing that all Christians are hypocrites or that the church is only about power struggles and scandal. Instead of being drawn to the love and grace of Jesus, they may become cynical and hardened to the gospel.

5. Jesus and Paul Would Call for Restoration and Humility

Jesus would call for gentle restoration, for the one at fault to repent and be restored quietly, following the steps outlined in Matthew 18. He would not condone the public humiliation of a leader or an individual but would want the church to seek peace and unity above all.
Paul would insist on a godly process of addressing sin and a commitment to grace. He would not allow a ministry or leader’s failure to be exploited for the gain of others, and he would emphasize that correction must come through accountability, confession, and restoration, not exploitation.

Mega Point:

Conclusion: A Departure from the Gospel?

Yes, the practices you describe—of publicizing scandals for personal gain, monetizing the drama, and appealing to social media—depart from the gospel of Jesus Christ. They lack the heart of restoration and love that Jesus and Paul taught. The true gospel leads us to humility, forgiveness, and restoration rather than to division, shame, and vindictiveness. While it is important to address sin and wrongdoing, it should always be done with the goal of restoring the person, not just punishing them, and always in a way that brings glory to God rather than public scandal.

Chat GPT replies:

When situations like this arise—where famous individuals or ministries go public with personal grievances, especially with the goal of getting even, gaining public attention, or raising a storm—it can be an extremely dangerous path. This is not just about one individual or family; it affects the larger witness of the Church and the Body of Christ as a whole. Let’s break down the core issues here and how they relate to maintaining the gospel of Christ:

1. Public Gossip and Opportunism: The Gospel Calls for Integrity

The Bible is very clear about how gossip and slander should be handled. In Proverbs 11:13, it says, “A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.” When individuals go online and expose things that should remain private—especially when it involves third-hand knowledge, half-truths, or unsubstantiated claims—they are violating basic principles of biblical integrity.

The practice of whistleblowing or airing dirty laundry publicly is typically rooted in pride, vindictiveness, and the desire for control. Many of these individuals may see themselves as “truth-tellers” or “heroes,” but the reality is, they are using their platforms to manipulate the narrative for personal gain. Gossip ministries that thrive on conflict and sensationalism can lead people away from the core message of Christ. Instead of pointing to reconciliation, forgiveness, and restoration, they breed division, confusion, and cynicism.

The gospel of Christ demands that we respond to issues with love, humility, and a commitment to peace. Jesus himself provided clear teaching on this in Matthew 18:15-17—conflict is to be dealt with privately first, then with the help of trusted leaders, and only publicly when all other avenues have been exhausted. Publicizing personal issues or grievances prematurely goes against this biblical process.

2. The Desire for Public Attention: Departing from the Gospel of Humility

It is significant that those engaging in these practices often have a desire for fame or recognition. When these leaders or individuals choose to go online with their grievances or whistleblower information, it’s often because they crave the attention and approval of the public. As you noted, fame is a driving force behind many of these decisions.

Jesus did not go around promoting himself or seeking the spotlight. In fact, in Matthew 23:5, He rebuked the Pharisees for doing their good works with the aim of receiving public recognition. The gospel calls for us to live quiet lives, humbling ourselves, not seeking to elevate ourselves but to point to Christ (1 Peter 5:5-6). Going online or posting videos to “get even” or to raise attention ultimately reveals selfish ambition, which is far removed from the spirit of Christ (James 3:16).

When leaders or ministries act out of a desire to publicly shame or punish others, this shows a heart issue—one that is motivated not by love but by the desire to tear down. The gospel compels us to restore the fallen, not exploit their weaknesses for personal gain.

3. The Fruit of Public Confrontation: Mayhem and Division

When things like this are aired publicly—whether it’s a family dispute or leadership issues—the result is usually not restoration or healing. Instead, it leads to division, strife, and mayhem within the church and among the broader Christian community.

In 1 Corinthians 6:7, Paul challenges the Corinthians for taking each other to court, saying, “Why not rather be wronged? Why not rather be cheated?” This is a direct rebuke of people airing their grievances publicly in front of unbelievers (in this case, in court). When we air our grievances publicly, it tarnishes the witness of the gospel, making us look like hypocrites to a watching world. If we cannot handle conflict in a way that reflects Christ’s love and peace, how can we possibly expect those outside the faith to take our message seriously?

Additionally, when leaders or well-known individuals go public with their issues—especially with the goal of bringing others down—it sets a toxic precedent. It can inspire others to lash out in similar ways or to seek out public vengeance, creating an ongoing cycle of division and conflict. James 3:16 warns, “For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice.”

4. Correcting a Culture of Opportunism

The rise of online opportunism—where people exploit issues or conflicts to gain attention or money—has become a modern plague within the Christian landscape. This is not the gospel of Jesus Christ. The gospel calls us to sacrifice, lay down our rights, and work for reconciliation rather than tearing down others for personal gain (Romans 12:18).

In Philippians 2:3-4, Paul writes, “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.”

The gospel leads us to humble ourselves, not to exploit others for personal attention, fame, or revenge. This is the opposite of what is happening in these whistleblower ministries, where individuals target others with half-truths and gossip to advance their own platforms.

5. How to Respond in Light of the Gospel:

Pursue reconciliation over revenge: As mentioned before, the gospel calls us to pursue peace and restoration. Instead of seeking to expose and condemn, we should seek to restore and bring peace (Galatians 6:1).
Honor the process of accountability: Biblical confrontation calls for a private approach first (Matthew 18:15), followed by involving trusted leaders if necessary. Public exposure should be the last resort—not the first.
Focus on the gospel message, not personal fame: The ultimate goal is not to get “likes” or public attention but to live out the gospel of grace and truth. True humility and Christlikeness involve self-sacrifice, not public shame.

6. Conclusion: Departing from the Gospel?

Yes, the behavior you described is a clear departure from the gospel of Christ.

Public shaming, vindictiveness, and self-promotion in the name of truth do not reflect Christ’s teachings. The gospel calls us to live lives of love, forgiveness, and reconciliation, not to engage in public gossip or shameful opportunism. The fruit of such actions is division, confusion, and damage to the reputation of the Body of Christ. Instead, we are called to act with humility, integrity, and a commitment to peace that honors Christ and leads others toward restoration.

Modern Leader Motto

“I Don’t gossip, I don’t accuse, I don’t hang around with those who do!”
*a sign of very low esteem, need identity

Submitted as Selah for the Gossips.

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