The Gossipping Preacher

Three preachers from the same small town in Arkansas were out fishing together. One of the pastors said, "You know, brothers, I feel safe here with you guys. I think it might be a good time and a good place for each one of us to confess our sins to each other privately and confidentially, so we can remember how to pray for each other."

All three preachers agreed to share.

The first pastor said, "Well, I hate to admit it, but I like to drink a little alcohol. I do it alone in my own home and I do it every Saturday night. I really needed to confess that to someone."

The second pastor said, "I don't drink and never have, but I sure do like to gamble. I bet on horse racing and football games all the time. Sorry to have to admit that to you."

The third pastor had not said a word. The other two pastors said, "Now, come on, brother. We all agreed to share and confess our sins. What is yours?"

The third pastor cleared his throat and said, "Well, brothers, I don't drink or smoke and I don't gamble......but I do like to gossip.........and, quite frankly, after hearing all of this, I can't wait until I get back home!"

- Dr. Larry Petton