Harsh Words
10 passages
- Proverbs 15:1
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
Read it in context - Ephesians 4:29
Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.
Read it in context - Proverbs 29:11
A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.
Read it in context - Proverbs 12:18
Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Read it in context - James 1:19–20
19My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, 20for man’s anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires.
Read it in context - Ephesians 4:31
Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice.
Read it in context - Proverbs 15:18
A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute.
Read it in context - Psalm 37:8
Refrain from anger and abandon wrath; do not fret—it can only bring harm.
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.
Read it in context - Ephesians 4:32
Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you.
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