Proverbs 12:19

The Message

Truth lasts; lies are here today, gone tomorrow.

Cross References

1 Kings 13:18

But he said, “I am also a prophet, just like you. And an angel came to me with a message from God: ‘Bring him home with you, and give him a good meal!’” But the man was lying. So the holy man went home with him and they had a meal together.

2 Kings 5:26

Elisha said, “Didn’t you know I was with you in spirit when that man stepped down from his chariot to greet you? Tell me, is this a time to look after yourself, lining your pockets with gifts? Naaman’s skin disease will now infect you and your family, with no relief in sight.” Gehazi walked away, his skin flaky and white like snow.

Psalm 52:6

Good people will watch and worship. They’ll laugh in relief: “Big Man bet on the wrong horse, trusted in big money, made his living from catastrophe.”

Proverbs 12:20

Evil scheming distorts the schemer; peace-planning brings joy to the planner.

Proverbs 19:9

The person who tells lies gets caught; the person who spreads rumors is ruined.