What's the difference between gossip and processing?
1. Processing is to be done with a person who is committed to leading you towards unity in the Spirit and a bond of peace with others. A person you can process with doesn't need to know what's going on with you to feel connected to you. They love you because you are wonderfully you and want what God wants for you and His people. They know that gossiping isn't that! People you can process with want no part of the gossip game. They are QUICK to walk away when that destructive dragon rears its ugly head.
2. Gossiping occurs when a person needs to know what's going on with you to feel important and connected to you. They sometimes masquerade in the church as prayer intercessors. True intercessors don't need to know what's going on with you to be close to you. They keep their hearts close to God and only want what He wants, and that's always unity and the bond of peace.
Look for people who are quick to walk away or shut down a conversation when it turns towards gossip. They are your processing and prayerful people. And if you haven't seen one of those people, BECOME one. Start today!
How do you know when processing has turned into gossiping? Comment below.
And if you want to hear more about how I’m managing the gossip game listen to the short podcast episode link above.
Gossiping Vs Processing