Proverbs 25:19

The Message

Trusting a double-crosser when you’re in trouble is like biting down on an abscessed tooth.

Cross References

Proverbs 25:20

Singing light songs to the heavyhearted is like pouring salt in their wounds.

2 Timothy 4:16

At my preliminary hearing no one stood by me. They all ran like scared rabbits. But it doesn’t matter—the Master stood by me and helped me spread the Message loud and clear to those who had never heard it. I was snatched from the jaws of the lion! God’s looking after me, keeping me safe in the kingdom of heaven. All praise to him, praise forever! Oh, yes!