Using Bad Language

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

nor filthiness, nor foolish talking, or jesting, which are not befitting: but rather giving of thanks.

but now do ye also put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, railing, shameful speaking out of your mouth: — read the full passage →

Thou shalt not take the name of Jehovah thy God in vain; for Jehovah will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.

Put away from thee a wayward mouth, And perverse lips put far from thee.

Not that which entereth into the mouth defileth the man; but that which proceedeth out of the mouth, this defileth the man.

What man is he that desireth life, And loveth many days, that he may see good? — read the full passage →

And I say unto you, that every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.

Be not manyof youteachers, my brethren, knowing that we shall receive heavier judgment. — read the full passage →

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

The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life; But violence covereth the mouth of the wicked.

Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue Keepeth his soul from troubles.

Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity Than he that is perverse in his lips and is a fool.

For lack of wood the fire goeth out; And where there is no whisperer, contention ceaseth.

The good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and the evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth that which is evil: for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.

He that hideth hatred is of lying lips; And he that uttereth a slander is a fool.

The discretion of a man maketh him slow to anger; And it is his glory to pass over a transgression.

Hear counsel, and receive instruction, That thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.

An evil-doer giveth heed to wicked lips; Anda liar giveth ear to a mischievous tongue.

In the multitude of words there wanteth not transgression; But he that refraineth his lips doeth wisely.

but now do ye also put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, railing, shameful speaking out of your mouth:

Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry; for anger resteth in the bosom of fools.

A word fitly spoken Islikeapples of gold in network of silver.

The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable; But the mouth of the wickedspeaketh perverseness.

Wise men lay up knowledge; But the mouth of the foolish is a present destruction.

If any man thinketh himself to be religious, while he bridleth not his tongue but deceiveth his heart, this man’s religion is vain.

Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thy heart be hasty to utter anything before God; for God is in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few.

The tongue of the righteous isaschoice silver: The heart of the wicked is little worth.

He that spareth his words hath knowledge; And he that is of a cool spirit is a man of understanding.

to speak evil of no man, not to be contentious, to be gentle, showing all meekness toward all men.

out of the same mouth cometh forth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.

The lips of the righteous feed many; But the foolish die for lack of understanding.

as it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one; — read the full passage →

He that guardeth his mouth keepeth his life; Buthe that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction.

not rendering evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; but contrariwise blessing; for hereunto were ye called, that ye should inherit a blessing. — read the full passage →

but I say unto you, that every one who is angry with his brother shall be in danger of the judgment; and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council; and whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of the hell of fire.

A soft answer turneth away wrath; But a grievous word stirreth up anger.

These things have I spoken unto you, that in me ye may have peace. In the world ye have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.

There is nought but swearing and breaking faith, and killing, and stealing, and committing adultery; they break out, and blood toucheth blood.

And I say unto you, that every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. — read the full passage →

Also take not heed unto all words that are spoken, lest thou hear thy servant curse thee; — read the full passage →

Death and life are in the power of the tongue; And they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.

Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honorable, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

And be not fashioned according to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God.

Know ye not that ye are a temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?

But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not even be named among you, as becometh saints; — read the full passage →

And every one who shall speak a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him: but unto him that blasphemeth against the Holy Spirit it shall not be forgiven.

bless them that curse you, pray for them that despitefully use you.

A gentle tongue is a tree of life; But perverseness therein is a breaking of the spirit.

So the tongue also is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how much wood is kindled by how small a fire! — read the full passage →

Bless them that persecute you; bless, and curse not.

And ye shall not swear by my name falsely, and profane the name of thy God: I am Jehovah.

Let no man deceive you with empty words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the sons of disobedience.

Thou shalt not take the name of Jehovah thy God in vain: for Jehovah will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.

A fool’s vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.

For God gave us not a spirit of fearfulness; but of power and love and discipline.

Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an ensample to them that believe, in word, in manner of life, in love, in faith, in purity.

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life. — read the full passage →

I said, I will take heed to my ways, That I sin not with my tongue: I will keep my mouth with a bridle, While the wicked is before me.

Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in thy sight, O Jehovah, my rock, and my redeemer.

If then ye 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 →

but like as he who called you is holy, be ye yourselves also holy in all manner of living;

But above all things, my brethren, swear not, neither by the heaven, nor by the earth, nor by any other oath: but let your yea be yea, and your nay, nay; that ye fall not under judgment.

but the tongue can no man tame; it is a restless evil, it is full of deadly poison.

But seek ye first his kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

The words of a wise man’s mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself.

Lest I be full, and denythee, and say, Who is Jehovah? Or lest I be poor, and steal, And use profanely the name of my God.

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

What then shall we say to these things? If Godisfor us, whoisagainst us?

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

He hath showed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth Jehovah require of thee, but to do justly, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with thy God?

Keep thy heart with all diligence; For out of it are the issues of life.

Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost its savor, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out and trodden under foot of men.

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith Jehovah, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope in your latter end.

He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; But he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth a matter.

Hold not thy peace, O God of my praise; — read the full passage →

Seek ye Jehovah and his strength; Seek his face evermore.

If ye are reproached for the name of Christ, blessed are ye; because the Spirit of glory and the Spirit of God resteth upon you.

Put to death therefore your members which are upon the earth: fornication, uncleanness, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry;

For no word from God shall be void of power.

The tongue of the wise uttereth knowledge aright; But the mouth of fools poureth out folly.

Therewith bless we the Lord and Father; and therewith curse we men, who are made after the likeness of God: — read the full passage →

Wherefore putting away all filthiness and overflowing of wickedness, receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.

Ye offspring of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh. — read the full passage →

Ye have heard that it was said to them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: — read the full passage →

A man hath joy in the answer of his mouth; And a word in due season, how good is it!

Yea verily, and I count all things to be loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but refuse, that I may gain Christ,

Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: — read the full passage →

For, uttering great swelling words of vanity, they entice in the lusts of the flesh, by lasciviousness, those who are just escaping from them that live in error;

Wherefore I make known unto you, that no man speaking in the Spirit of God saith, Jesus is anathema; and no man can say, Jesus is Lord, but in the Holy Spirit.

Their throat is an open sepulchre; With their tongues they have used deceit: The poison of asps is under their lips: — read the full passage →

Again, ye have heard that it was said to them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths: — read the full passage →

casting all your anxiety upon him, because he careth for you.

But shun profane babblings: for they will proceed further in ungodliness,

For I would have you know how greatly I strive for you, and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh; — read the full passage →

I can do all things in him that strengtheneth me.

Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labor, working with his hands the thing that is good, that he may have whereof to give to him that hath need.

Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, and the truth, and the life: no one cometh unto the Father, but by me.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show unto his servants, even the things which must shortly come to pass: and he sent and signified it by his angel unto his servant John; — read the full passage →