Proverbs 21:23

New Century Version

Those who are careful about what they say keep themselves out of trouble.

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Lord, help me control my tongue; help me be careful about what I say.

If you talk a lot, you are sure to sin; if you are wise, you will keep quiet.

Evil people are trapped by their evil talk, but good people stay out of trouble.

Those who are careful about what they say protect their lives, but whoever speaks without thinking will be ruined.

Good people stay away from evil. By watching what they do, they protect their lives.

What you say can mean life or death. Those who speak with care will be rewarded.

People who think they are religious but say things they should not say are just fooling themselves. Their “religion” is worth nothing.