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Bible verses about words and the tongue

Our mouths can heal or harm — these verses help shape speech that is true, gracious, and life-giving.

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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.” Proverbs 18:21 “Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” James 3:5 “In the same way, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it boasts of great things. Consider how small a spark sets a great forest ablaze.” Colossians 4:6 “Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.” Proverbs 15:1 “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” Psalms 19:14 “May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.”