What Does the Bible Say About Our Words?

Proverbs 1:1-33 ESV / 6 helpful votes

The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel: To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight, to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity; to give prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the youth— Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance, ...

Psalm 127:3 ESV / 3 helpful votes

Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.

Acts 22:16 ESV / 1 helpful vote

And now why do you wait? Rise and be baptized and wash away your sins, calling on his name.’

Acts 2:38 ESV / 1 helpful vote

And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

Proverbs 29:15 ESV / 1 helpful vote

The rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child left to himself brings shame to his mother.

5 Bible Verses about Our Words

Proverbs 1:1-33 ESV / 6 helpful votes

Psalm 127:3 ESV / 3 helpful votes

Acts 22:16 ESV / 1 helpful vote

Acts 2:38 ESV / 1 helpful vote

Proverbs 29:15 ESV / 1 helpful vote

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