James 4:11-12 - Secret Meetings and Gossip Sessions Have No Place in the Church

July 30, 2026

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In today's episode, we discuss two verses from James 4 that warn against gossip, secret meetings, and judgement of brothers and sisters in Christ:

Jenn shares personal experiences and biblical examples to illustrate how gossip can be detrimental to the church.
Judgement is not about calling out sin, but rather speaking against others to manipulate or destroy their reputation.
The difference between judging and discerning - examples from James 4:11-12, Romans 14, and 1 Corinthians 5.
As Christians, we're not to abandon the church, but follow the law of love and encourage a thriving, God-honoring church.
Jenn encourages listeners to be mindful of their words and actions, and to take the time to get both sides of the story in order to discern the truth.

If you're interested in learning more about how to navigate difficult situations like gossip in the church and how to treat others with love and respect, tune in to this episode for insightful discussion on judgement and love.

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1 Timothy 3:8-16 - The Qualifications for Deacons

Joshua 22:21-34 (From Creation) - The Problems With Gossip in the Church

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Jenn Kokal grew up in a Christian household. In 2019, she noticed a common problem - too many Christians questioning faith, God, and the validity of the Bible. Since Jenn had a newfound love for God's Word, she wanted to spread its truth. Thus, P40 Ministries and The Bible Explained were born. Jenn's mission with The Bible Explained podcast is to go through the Bible cover-to-cover while answering common questions about God, Christianity, historical validity of the Scriptures, and the state of the world.

In her personal life, Jenn is a homebody who loves playing music, painting, and being a youth leader alongside her husband. Jenn lives in a little house in the middle of the Ohio sticks with her husband of eleven years and their two Jack Russells, Bandit and Cody.

You can find more from Jenn at https://www.p40ministries.com/