Slander – 1 Peter 2:1

Categories: Daily Devotion

You can also download the PDF file here.

Slander – 1 Peter 2:1

Welcome to Scriptures for Life with TorahFamily.org. Taking time to focus on the Father’s way.

1 Peter 2:1
Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind.

Let’s focus on the fifth and final item mentioned in this verse. Slander of every kind. The Greek actually says “every slander.”

Slander can be defined as making a false statement that damages a person’s reputation. But it
doesn’t have to be a false statement. Even true statements can be slander if spoken with the intent
to damage one’s reputation.

Defending yourself verbally is one thing. Yet, going on the offensive when the other individual is
not there to defend themselves can be slander. Remember, we are to rid ourselves of slander of
every kind.

Even if the words are not spoken with the intent to damage a reputation, if they a spoken around others, you can inadvertently damage their reputation to those who are listening. Plus, talking about someone when others are around can not only damage how those listening will view that individual but can actually hurt their image of you in the long run. They’ll think “If they talk about this individual behind their back, could they do the same to me?” So use caution. Let’s rid
ourselves of every slander.

Let this be a focus in your time of meditation throughout the day. Until next time, Shalom.

Here's something interesting to consider:

Related Posts

 

Come Let Us Reason – You’ve Fallen from Grace

Come Let Us Reason – You’ve Fallen from Grace

  If one pursues obedience to the Torah, will they fall from grace by doing so? In this short message, Steve explains the answer as found in the Bible. From the book of James to Deuteronomy, Galatians and Acts, he answers the question with a consistent and emphatic,...

It’s Time for the Lions to Roar!

It’s Time for the Lions to Roar!

In this live message for FirstFruits, Steve implores the congregation to turn to Messiah, the Lion of Judah, to become a lion of faith. While the strong winds in this outdoor venue causes a "unique" listening experience, it's worth the listen and personal commitment...

Blaspheme

Blaspheme

If you were asked to discuss the biblical word and concept "blaspheme," and only had 5 minutes to study, could you do it? Steve and Gus give it their best shot as they discuss their current understandings of what blaspheming is and how not all blaspheming is...

Share This