- A gentle reply turns away wrath,
but a harsh word arouses anger. - A wholesome tongue is a tree of life,
but an undisciplined tongue crushes the spirit. - A fool spurns his father’s correction,
but whoever heeds admonition is prudent. - It is better to have a little and fear the Lord
than to possess immense wealth and suffer anguish. - Plans miscarry when counsel is lacking,
but they succeed when there are many counselors. - A man is joyful when he utters apt answers,
and even more satisfying is a word in season. - The fear of the Lord provides instruction in wisdom,
and to be humble is the way to honor.
And now, brethren, farewell. Mend your ways. Encourage one another. Be of one mind and live in peace. Then the God of love and peace will be with you. The Lord does not delay in keeping his promise, as some think in terms of delay, but he is patient with you. It is not his wish that any should perish but rather that all should be brought to repentance.Next verse!With image