Daily Wisdom: Proverbs 11:13

Sunday, May 14, 1944

A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy man keeps a secret.
— Proverbs 11:13

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

2 Related Resources by Heartlight

Gossips Are Not Trusted!
Devo: Together in Christ
"A gossip goes around telling secrets, but those who are trustworthy can keep a confidence."
Confidentiality
Article by Mike Barres
Can you be trusted with precious and dangerous information? Confidentiality is crucial to maintain when secrets have been entrusted to us.

Illustration

Illustration of Proverbs 11:13 — A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy man keeps a secret.

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Sunday, May 14, 1944

What Jesus Did!
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
'How Terrible!' (Mt. 18:6-7)
"[Jesus continued,] "But if you cause one of these little ones who trusts in me to fall into sin, it would be better for you to have a large millstone...."
Morning & Evening
The classic twice-daily devotional from Charles H. Spurgeon.
Evening Thought: Isaiah 45:19
"We may gain much solace by considering what God has not said. What he has said is inexpressibly full of comfort and delight; what he has not said is....."
Praying with Paul
Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
'Entrusted with Truth' (2 Ti. 1:9-14)
"Dear Father, Thank you that Jesus abolished death and brought life and immortality to life through the Good News. Help us be true to this message, to..."
God's Holy Fire
A daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
'Jesus' Parting Gift' (Jn. 14:25-27)
"[Jesus said,] "I'm telling you these things while I'm still living with you. The Friend, the Holy Spirit whom the Father will send at my request, will make..."

About This Devotional

Daily Wisdom is a free daily devotional for Christians featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.

More Daily Wisdom