10//25 How to deal with Slander

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Christian academics warn that social media has normalized slander to the point we no longer see it as a sin.

The episode begins by defining worldliness as what makes sin look normal and righteousness look strange, introducing slander as a key example. The speaker cites an article on the normalization of slander, noting Christian academics like John Bloom and Trevin Wax have researched its devastating effects. Psalm 7 is read, where David pleads with God for refuge from slanderers he describes as predators. The historical context of Cush the Benjaminite is explained as a relative of King Saul targeting David. Slander's impact is detailed: it unjustly condemns, ruins reputations, and splits relationships, with personal anecdotes from the speaker and church staff. God's handling of slander is examined through David's appeal for judgment and the concept of poetic justice, where evil boomerangs back on perpetrators. Examples include Daniel's accusers being thrown to lions and a childhood bee-sting story. Practical steps are outlined: avoid slandering others, don't defend yourself when slandered, and gently confront fellow Christians using 'I' statements and Matthew 18 principles. The speaker shares a personal confession of passing along negative perceptions. The gospel is emphasized as a remedy, with quotes from Spurgeon and George Whitefield highlighting humility and trust in God's judgment. The sermon closes with prayer and communion, focusing on Christ's example and resurrection hope.

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A sermon on slander that moves from David's appeal and judgment to forgiveness, resurrection hope, and communion.

Slander is treated here as a moral climate, not just a bad habit. The sermon frames it as worldliness that makes sin seem ordinary and righteousness seem odd, especially in a digital age where false, malicious, defamatory claims can pass as everyday talk.

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You want a biblical response to slander that lets Psalm 7 hold the weight: repentance hoped for, judgment left with God, and forgiveness kept close.

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