Communication
10 passages
- Proverbs 18:2
A fool does not delight in understanding, but only in airing his opinions.
Read it in context - 2 Timothy 2:16
But avoid irreverent, empty chatter, which will only lead to more ungodliness,
Read it in context - Proverbs 18:13
He who answers a matter before he hears it— this is folly and disgrace to him.
Read it in context - Proverbs 25:11
A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver.
Read it in context - Hebrews 4:12
For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
Read it in context - Proverbs 10:19
When words are many, sin is unavoidable, but he who restrains his lips is wise.
Read it in context - Proverbs 16:23
The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
Read it in context - Jeremiah 1:9
Then the LORD reached out His hand, touched my mouth, and said to me: “Behold, I have put My words in your mouth.
Read it in context - Proverbs 13:17
A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.
Read it in context - Colossians 3:8
But now you must put aside all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips.
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