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greed, deceit, perversion, envy, talking bad about others, gossip, pride, and utter foolishness.

I'm pushing y'all hard because I'm afraid that when I get there, y'all won't even be able to swing a rope. I'm afraid all my work has been for nothing and y'all haven't practiced or taken anything seriously. I'm worried that when I get there I'm going to find bickering, jealousy, anger, gossip, arrogance, and wrong living.

There's no place in your saddlebags for backbiting, rage, gossip, harsh talk, or anything else that will bring dishonor to God.

they are not real cowboys and know nothing. These are wannabe cowboys who are only after looking good and being admired. They'll argue with people and cause all sorts of problems like jealousy, division, and gossip, and everyone will start double-crossing everyone else.