To the careless tongue

Who are you that you should meddle in my life?
You judge from a distance, your words cut like a knife.
You think you know me but haven’t a clue.
Why should I trust when juicy morsels you seek to chew?
Your lying tongue pleads innocent your case.
You try to justify, but the facts you can’t erase.
You’re oblivious to the wounds your gossip inflicts,
But hey I guess that’s how you like to get your kicks.
You of all people should have a tight reign on that tongue.
Your example to others...well, the damage has been done.
And, you crucify the innocent, slap on that scarlet letter.
Come on now _______ , you should know better.
I believe Jesus said
to do unto others...
Is this how you’d be treated
if you had your druthers?