Proverbs 12:25

New International Reader's Version

Worry makes the heart heavy. But a kind word cheers it up.

Cross References

Psalm 38:6

I am bent over. I’ve been brought very low. All day long I go around weeping.

Psalm 42:11

My spirit, why are you so sad? Why are you so upset deep down inside me? Put your hope in God. Once again I will have reason to praise him. He is my Savior and my God.

Proverbs 12:18

The words of thoughtless people cut like swords. But the tongue of wise people brings healing.

Proverbs 12:26

Godly people are careful about the friends they choose. But the way of sinners leads them down the wrong path.

Proverbs 14:10

Each heart knows its own sadness. And no one else can share its joy.

Proverbs 15:13

A happy heart makes a face look cheerful. But a sad heart produces a broken spirit.

Proverbs 15:15

All the days of those who are crushed are filled with pain and suffering. But a cheerful heart enjoys a good time that never ends.

Proverbs 15:23

Joy is found in giving the right answer. And how good is a word spoken at the right time!

Proverbs 15:30

The cheerful look of a messenger brings joy to your heart. And good news gives health to your body.

Proverbs 16:24

Kind words are like honey. They are sweet to the spirit and bring healing to the body.

Proverbs 17:22

A cheerful heart makes you healthy. But a broken spirit dries you up.

Proverbs 18:14

A cheerful spirit gives strength even during sickness. But you can’t keep going if you have a broken spirit.

Proverbs 25:11

The right ruling at the right time is like golden apples in silver jewelry.

Proverbs 27:9

Perfume and incense bring joy to your heart. And the sweetness of a friend comes from their honest advice.

Isaiah 50:4

The Lord and King has taught me what to say. He has taught me how to help those who are tired. He wakes me up every morning. He makes me want to listen like a good student.

Zechariah 1:13

So the Lord replied with kind and comforting words. He spoke them to the angel who talked with me.