1 Kings 12:7

Easy To Read Version

The elders answered, “If you are like a servant to them today, then they will truly serve you. If you speak kindly to them, then they will work for you always.”

Cross References

1 Kings 12:13

At that time, King Rehoboam spoke hard words to them. He did not listen to the advice from the elders.

1 Kings 12:8

But Rehoboam did not listen to this advice. He asked the young men that were his friends.

Proverbs 15:1

A peaceful answer causes anger to disappear. But a rough answer causes anger to grow.

Ecclesiastes 10:4

Don’t quit your job just because the boss is angry at you. If you remain calm and helpful, you can correct even great mistakes. {\cf2\super [39]}

Zechariah 1:13

Then the Lord answered the angel that was talking with me. The Lord spoke good, comforting words.