From; Brenda Walsh Ministries
Behind Your Back
When you hear the expression “behind your back” you know immediately that it means someone is talking about you to other people, and usually it’s not intended for you to hear. But what if people were saying good things about you instead of whispering hurtful gossip? Just imagine how much better this world would be if people only shared things they liked about someone and gave only positive comments. When people say mean things about you, of course, it is very hurtful. Now think about how awesome it would be if you talked about God behind His back and told everyone you met just how wonderful He is, and everywhere you went, you bragged on God’s goodness, love, and mercy! Of course, it’s impossible to “talk behind God’s back” because He sees and hears everything! There are some who believe God only hears them when they pray, but God is capable of listening to the deepest secrets in your heart, and there is nothing that God doesn’t know about you! Have you considered how God feels when He hears you talk behind His back? It doesn’t make Him feel good to hear His name taken in vain, or having someone tell off-color jokes, and He certainly doesn’t rejoice when He hears unkind things said about Him. When you truly love Jesus, you can’t help talking about Him and sharing all His goodness and blessings; you want to tell the world what an awesome God He is. And it’s a good thing to remember that when you talk behind God’s back . . . He’s listening! Text: Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 16:28, James 1:26