The word gossip according to the dictionary means: idle talk or rumor, especially about the personal or private affairs of others. This six letter word has been the cause of many broken friendships, church splits, ruined reputations, and ruined lives. It is, in my opinion, a great tool used by Satan to destroy and dismantle God's people and the work of God. Thankfully, Jesus in HIs wisdom gave the Christian the proper way to deal with those who wrong us in the church.