VERSE:
He who covers over an offense promotes love, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.
--Proverbs 17:9

THOUGHT:
We are often willing to participate in or overlook a little "harmless gossip". The Wise Teacher reminds us that gossip is neither little or harmless. Its consequences are huge and its damage horrible. Instead of revelling in and repeating damaging stories, we should work on promoting love.