The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil. Cross References 1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect, Psalm 59:7 See what they spew from their mouths--sharp words from their lips: "For who can hear us?" Proverbs 10:32 The lips of the righteous know what is fitting, but the mouth of the wicked is perverse. Proverbs 15:2 The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool spouts folly. Proverbs 16:23 The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips. Treasury of Scripture The heart of the righteous studies to answer: but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things. heart Proverbs 15:2 Proverbs 16:23 1 Kings 3:23-28 the mouth Proverbs 10:19 Proverbs 13:16 Proverbs 29:11,20 |