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Harsh Words

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Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
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 29:11 A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.
Proverbs 12:18 Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
James 1:19, 20 My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, / for man’s anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires.
Ephesians 4:31 Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice.
Proverbs 15:18 A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute.
Psalm 37:8 Refrain from anger and abandon wrath; do not fret—it can only bring harm.
Colossians 3:8 But now you must put aside all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips.
Ephesians 4:32 Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you.