Sin is not ended by multiplying words, but the prudent hold their tongues. - Proverbs 10:19
My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, - James 1:19
Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city. - Proverbs 16:32
We all stumble in many ways. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check. - James 3:2
For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.” - Matthew 12:37
Set a guard over my mouth, LORD; keep watch over the door of my lips. - Psalm 141:3
To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. “He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth.” When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly. - 1 Peter 2:21-23
Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. - Hebrews 12:3
No lie was found in their mouths; they are blameless. - Revelation 14:5
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