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At the root of gossip is a desire for power—to feel important, included, or in control. But the cost is always high. You may win attention for a moment, but you’ll lose credibility in the long run.

Jesus is not a distant taskmaster but a present, guiding Lord. His commands are not harsh—they are holy. His leadership is not selfish—it is sacrificial.

In the parable of the vineyard, Jesus tells of a landowner who sends his son to collect fruit from tenants. The tenants, recognizing the son as the heir, plot to kill him and claim what is not theirs.

At the root of gossip is a desire for power—to feel important, included, or in control. But the cost is always high. You may win attention for a moment, but you’ll lose credibility in the long run.