In late summer or early fall of 1952, during my time in Korea along the thirty-eighth parallel, I heard a rumor about a division push on Hill 1062. Unable to keep this information to myself, I passed it on, and as the grapevine worked, the rumor reached division headquarters, causing widespread alert and fury among the higher-ups. Rumors, whether in an office, factory, team, club, or church, often arise from a desire to seem important, to put down another, or to share information innocently. Yet, they frequently produce negative effects, striking fear and causing discouragement, depression, and hopelessness. During World War II, false rumors crisscrossed the nation, such as claims of Japan attacking the West Coast or exaggerated fears of enemy sabotage and spies, fostering fear and discouragement. Rumors also targeted Jesus Christ during His ministry, with false accusations designed to tear down His reputation and destroy His work. Since the beginning, satan, the father of lies, has permeated the air with spoiling and destroying attitudes, influencing us to pass on harmful rumors about situations and personalities. Even in local congregations, rumors wind their way through, casting doubts on the activities, abilities, and reputations of fellow members. Jesus Christ warns that every idle word will be accounted for in the day of judgment, as our speech reflects the abundance of our hearts and reveals our characters. By carefully considering our words before speaking, especially in controversy or crisis, we can stifle harmful impulses and utter wisdom instead of vanity, pleasing God greatly. If we resolutely determine to engage the mind of God before opening our mouths, we might ground most rumors before they begin to fly.