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Proverbs 18:21

Death and life are in the power of the tongue; those who love it will eat its fruit.

Ephesians 5:4

nor filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not appropriate; but rather giving of thanks.

Ephesians 4:29

Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for building up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear.

Proverbs 18:1–24

An unfriendly man pursues selfishness, and defies all sound judgment. — read the full passage →

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things.

Matthew 15:11

That which enters into the mouth doesn’t defile the man; but that which proceeds out of the mouth, this defiles the man.”

Exodus 21:17

“Anyone who curses his father or his mother shall surely be put to death.

2 Timothy 4:2

preach the word; be urgent in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with all patience and teaching.

Romans 12:2

Don’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God.

Jeremiah 29:11

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future.

2 Timothy 1:7

For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.

Deuteronomy 18:20

But the prophet who speaks a word presumptuously in my name, which I have not commanded him to speak, or who speaks in the name of other gods, that same prophet shall die.”

Proverbs 3:5

Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding.

Matthew 5:22

But I tell you, that everyone who is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment; and whoever shall say to his brother, ‘Raca!’ shall be in danger of the council; and whoever shall say, ‘You fool!’ shall be in danger of the fire of Gehenna.

Psalms 19:14

Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, Yahweh, my rock, and my redeemer.

Acts 20:27

for I didn’t shrink from declaring to you the whole counsel of God.

Jeremiah 2:14

Is Israel a servant? Is he a native-born slave? Why has he become a captive?

Galatians 6:7

Don’t be deceived. God is not mocked, for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.

Philippians 4:6

In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.

Proverbs 4:23

Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life.

1 John 4:4

You are of God, little children, and have overcome them; because greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world.

Proverbs 3:6

In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

Romans 8:31

What then shall we say about these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

James 3:5–6

So the tongue is also a little member, and boasts great things. See how a small fire can spread to a large forest! — read the full passage →

Luke 1:37

For everything spoken by God is possible.”

Colossians 4:6

Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one.

2 Timothy 3:1–5

But know this, that in the last days, grievous times will come. — read the full passage →

Leviticus 20:13

“‘If a man lies with a male, as with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them.

Luke 6:27

“But I tell you who hear: love your enemies, do good to those who hate you,

Matthew 6:34

Therefore don’t be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day’s own evil is sufficient.

John 15:13

Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.

Isaiah 41:10

Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.

Leviticus 20:12

“‘If a man lies with his daughter-in-law, both of them shall surely be put to death: they have committed a perversion; their blood shall be upon them.

Philippians 4:13

I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

Luke 6:45

The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings out that which is good, and the evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings out that which is evil, for out of the abundance of the heart, his mouth speaks.

Job 6:24–25

“Teach me, and I will hold my peace. Cause me to understand wherein I have erred. — read the full passage →

Deuteronomy 24:16

The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the fathers. Every man shall be put to death for his own sin.

Deuteronomy 21:18–21

If a man has a stubborn and rebellious son, who will not obey the voice of his father or the voice of his mother, and though they chasten him, will not listen to them; — read the full passage →

Numbers 17:12–13

The children of Israel spoke to Moses, saying, “Behold, we perish! We are undone! We are all undone! — read the full passage →

Leviticus 20:14

“‘If a man takes a wife and her mother, it is wickedness: they shall be burned with fire, both he and they; that there may be no wickedness among you.

Matthew 22:37

Jesus said to him, “‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’

Deuteronomy 17:2–5

If there is found in your midst, within any of your gates which Yahweh your God gives you, a man or woman who does that which is evil in the sight of Yahweh your God, in transgressing his covenant, — read the full passage →

Revelation 1:1–20

This is the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things which must happen soon, which he sent and made known by his angel to his servant, John, — read the full passage →

1 Peter 5:7

casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

Hebrews 4:12

For the word of God is living, and active, and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing even to the dividing of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and is able to discern the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

1 Thessalonians 5:18

In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus toward you.

Colossians 4:1–18

Masters, give to your servants that which is just and equal, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven. — read the full passage →

Colossians 1:1–29

Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus through the will of God, and Timothy our brother, — read the full passage →

John 14:6

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.

Matthew 5:16

Even so, let your light shine before men; that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.

Isaiah 40:31

But those who wait for Yahweh will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run, and not be weary. They will walk, and not faint.

Psalms 23:4

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

Leviticus 20:9

“‘For everyone who curses his father or his mother shall surely be put to death: he has cursed his father or his mother; his blood shall be upon him.

Revelation 3:20

Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, then I will come in to him, and will dine with him, and he with me.

Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is assurance of things hoped for, proof of things not seen.

Colossians 3:23

And whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men,

Colossians 2:1–23

For I desire to have you know how greatly I struggle for you, and for those at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh; — read the full passage →

Ephesians 3:20

Now to him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us,

Galatians 5:22

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith,

Galatians 2:20

I have been crucified with Christ, and it is no longer I that live, but Christ living in me. That life which I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself up for me.

John 10:10

The thief only comes to steal, kill, and destroy. I came that they may have life, and may have it abundantly.

Proverbs 27:17

Iron sharpens iron; so a man sharpens his friend’s countenance.

Proverbs 1:1–33

The proverbs of Solomon, the son of David, king of Israel: — read the full passage →

Psalms 118:24

This is the day that Yahweh has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it!

2 Chronicles 20:16–17

Tomorrow go down against them. Behold, they are coming up by the ascent of Ziz. You shall find them at the end of the valley, before the wilderness of Jeruel. — read the full passage →

Deuteronomy 13:5

That prophet, or that dreamer of dreams, shall be put to death, because he has spoken rebellion against Yahweh your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, and redeemed you out of the house of bondage, to draw you aside out of the way which Yahweh your God commanded you to walk in. So you shall remove the evil from your midst.

Deuteronomy 6:15

for Yahweh your God in your midst is a jealous God; lest the anger of Yahweh your God be kindled against you, and he destroy you from off the face of the earth.

Numbers 3:38

Those who encamp before the tabernacle eastward, in front of the Tent of Meeting toward the sunrise, shall be Moses, and Aaron and his sons, keeping the requirements of the sanctuary for the duty of the children of Israel. The stranger who comes near shall be put to death.

Numbers 1:51

When the tabernacle is to move, the Levites shall take it down; and when the tabernacle is to be set up, the Levites shall set it up. The stranger who comes near shall be put to death.

Leviticus 20:10

“‘The man who commits adultery with another man’s wife, even he who commits adultery with his neighbor’s wife, the adulterer and the adulteress shall surely be put to death.

Colossians 3:12

Put on therefore, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, a heart of compassion, kindness, lowliness, humility, and perseverance;

Colossians 3:1–25

If then you were raised together with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated on the right hand of God. — read the full passage →

Romans 1:1

Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, set apart for the Good News of God,

John 10:34

Jesus answered them, “Isn’t it written in your law, ‘I said, you are gods?’

Proverbs 15:1

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

Psalms 23:1

Yahweh is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing.

Deuteronomy 7:10

and repays those who hate him to their face, to destroy them. He will not be slack to him who hates him. He will repay him to his face.

Deuteronomy 2:25

This day will I begin to put the dread of you and the fear of you on the peoples who are under the whole sky, who shall hear the report of you, and shall tremble, and be in anguish because of you.”

Exodus 19:12

You shall set bounds to the people all around, saying, ‘Be careful that you don’t go up onto the mountain, or touch its border. Whoever touches the mountain shall be surely put to death.

Philippians 4:4

Rejoice in the Lord always! Again I will say, “Rejoice!”

Ephesians 5:3

But sexual immorality, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not even be mentioned among you, as becomes saints;

Ephesians 4:32

And be kind to one another, tender hearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you.

2 Corinthians 10:5

throwing down imaginations and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God, and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ;

Numbers 5:2–4

“Command the children of Israel that they put out of the camp every leper, and everyone who has an issue, and whoever is unclean by the dead. — read the full passage →

Leviticus 24:16

He who blasphemes Yahweh’s name, he shall surely be put to death. All the congregation shall certainly stone him. The foreigner as well as the native-born, when he blasphemes the Name, shall be put to death.

Leviticus 20:15–16

“‘If a man lies with an animal, he shall surely be put to death; and you shall kill the animal. — read the full passage →

Revelation 1:1

This is the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things which must happen soon, which he sent and made known by his angel to his servant, John,

1 John 1:1–5:21

That which was from the beginning, that which we have heard, that which we have seen with our eyes, that which we saw, and our hands touched, concerning the Word of life — read the full passage →

1 Peter 2:9

But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, that you may proclaim the excellence of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light:

Ephesians 4:31–32

Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander, be put away from you, with all malice. — read the full passage →

John 14:27

Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, give I to you. Don’t let your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful.

Deuteronomy 17:12

The man who does presumptuously, in not listening to the priest who stands to minister there before Yahweh your God, or to the judge, even that man shall die. You shall put away the evil from Israel.

Deuteronomy 13:12–16

If you shall hear about one of your cities, which Yahweh your God gives you to dwell there, that — read the full passage →

Numbers 33:50–52

Yahweh spoke to Moses in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying, — read the full passage →

Numbers 3:10

You shall appoint Aaron and his sons, and they shall keep their priesthood. The stranger who comes near shall be put to death.”

Leviticus 24:14

“Bring out of the camp him who cursed; and let all who heard him lay their hands on his head, and let all the congregation stone him.

Leviticus 20:27

“‘A man or a woman that is a medium, or is a wizard, shall surely be put to death: they shall stone them with stones. Their blood shall be upon them.’”

Exodus 21:29

But if the bull had a habit of goring in the past, and it has been testified to its owner, and he has not kept it in, but it has killed a man or a woman, the bull shall be stoned, and its owner shall also be put to death.

Exodus 21:15

“Anyone who attacks his father or his mother shall be surely put to death.

1 John 1:1–4:21

That which was from the beginning, that which we have heard, that which we have seen with our eyes, that which we saw, and our hands touched, concerning the Word of life — read the full passage →

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