It often starts out casually—an update, a prayer request, or even a quick chat with a friend. Before we realize it, the conversation has drifted into gossip. We may laugh it off or justify it, but gossip has a subtle way of corroding trust, wounding relationships, and shaping our hearts in ways that don’t honor the Lord. So how do we recognize gossip? How can we stop it before it starts? And how do we repent when we’ve already taken part?

In this week’s episode of The Deep Dish, Courtney and Melissa talk honestly about the appeal and pitfalls of gossip. Plus, in this week’s newsletter we’re sharing a couple of new articles to help you grow in your faith and in Christ-centered relationships.