
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal
Jenn KokalJames 4:11-12 - Secret Meetings and Gossip Sessions Have No Place in the Church
July 30, 2026 ● 23 minShare this episode
In today's episode, we discuss two verses from James 4 that warn against gossip, secret meetings, and judgement of brothers and sisters in Christ:
- Jenn shares personal experiences and biblical examples to illustrate how gossip can be detrimental to the church.
- Judgement is not about calling out sin, but rather speaking against others to manipulate or destroy their reputation.
- The difference between judging and discerning - examples from James 4:11-12, Romans 14, and 1 Corinthians 5.
- As Christians, we're not to abandon the church, but follow the law of love and encourage a thriving, God-honoring church.
- Jenn encourages listeners to be mindful of their words and actions, and to take the time to get both sides of the story in order to discern the truth.
If you're interested in learning more about how to navigate difficult situations like gossip in the church and how to treat others with love and respect, tune in to this episode for insightful discussion on judgement and love.
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1 Timothy 3:8-16 - The Qualifications for Deacons
Joshua 22:21-34 (From Creation) - The Problems With Gossip in the Church
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