Proverbs 23:7

God's Word

As he calculates the cost to himself, this is what he does: He tells you, “Eat and drink,” but he doesn’t really mean it.

Cross References

Psalm 12:2

All people speak foolishly. They speak with flattering lips. They say one thing but mean another.

Psalm 55:21

His speech is smoother than butter, but there is war in his heart. His words are more soothing than oil, but they are like swords ready to attack.

Proverbs 19:22

Loyalty is desirable in a person, and it is better to be poor than a liar.

Proverbs 26:23

⌞Like⌟ a clay pot covered with cheap silver, ⌞so⌟ is smooth talk that covers up an evil heart.

Proverbs 26:24

Whoever is filled with hate disguises it with his speech, but inside he holds on to deceit.

Proverbs 26:25

When he talks charmingly, do not trust him because of the seven disgusting things in his heart.

Daniel 11:27

The two kings will both plan to do evil. They will sit at the same table and tell lies. But they will not succeed, because the end must wait until the appointed time.

Luke 7:39

The Pharisee who had invited Jesus saw this and thought, “If this man really were a prophet, he would know what sort of woman is touching him. She’s a sinner.”

Judges 16:15

Delilah said to Samson, “How can you say that you love me when your heart isn’t mine? You’ve made fun of me three times now, but you still haven’t told me what makes you so strong.”