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Matthew 7:28-29
Jesus finished saying all these things. The crowds were amazed at his teaching.That’s because he taught like one who had authority. He did not speak like their teachers of the law.
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Proverbs 2:6-7
The Lord gives wisdom. Knowledge and understanding come from his mouth.He stores up success for honest people. He is like a shield to those who live without blame.
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Job 33:1-3
“ Job, listen now to my words. Pay attention to everything I say.I’m about to open my mouth. My words are on the tip of my tongue.What I say comes from an honest heart. My lips speak only what I know is true.
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Proverbs 22:20-21
I have written 30 sayings for you. They will give you knowledge and good advice.I am teaching you to be honest and to speak the truth. Then you can give honest reports to those you serve.
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Psalms 49:3
My mouth will speak wise words. What I think about in my heart will give you understanding.
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Matthew 5:2-12
Then he began to teach them. He said,“ Blessed are those who are spiritually needy. The kingdom of heaven belongs to them.Blessed are those who are sad. They will be comforted.Blessed are those who are humble. They will be given the earth.Blessed are those who are hungry and thirsty for what is right. They will be filled.Blessed are those who show mercy. They will be shown mercy.Blessed are those whose hearts are pure. They will see God.Blessed are those who make peace. They will be called children of God.Blessed are those who suffer for doing what is right. The kingdom of heaven belongs to them.“ Blessed are you when people make fun of you and hurt you because of me. You are also blessed when they tell all kinds of evil lies about you because of me.Be joyful and glad. Your reward in heaven is great. In the same way, people hurt the prophets who lived long ago.
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Proverbs 4:20-22
My son, pay attention to what I say. Listen closely to my words.Don’t let them out of your sight. Keep them in your heart.They are life to those who find them. They are health to a person’s whole body.
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Psalms 19:7-11
The law of the Lord is perfect. It gives us new strength. The laws of the Lord can be trusted. They make childish people wise.The rules of the Lord are right. They give joy to our hearts. The commands of the Lord shine brightly. They give light to our minds.The law that brings respect for the Lord is pure. It lasts forever. The commands the Lord gives are true. All of them are completely right.They are more priceless than gold. They have greater value than huge amounts of pure gold. They are sweeter than honey that is taken from the honeycomb.Your servant is warned by them. When people obey them, they are greatly rewarded.
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Proverbs 23:16
Deep down inside, I will be happy when you say what is right.
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Matthew 13:35
So the words spoken by the prophet came true. He had said,“ I will open my mouth and tell stories. I will speak about things that were hidden since the world was made.”( Psalm 78:2)
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Colossians 1:26
That word contains the mystery that has been hidden for many ages. But now it has been made known to the Lord’s people.
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1 Corinthians 2 6-1 Corinthians 2 7
The words we speak to those who have grown in the faith are wise. Our words are different from the wisdom of this world. Our words are different from those of the rulers of this world. These rulers are becoming less and less powerful.No, we announce God’s wisdom. His wisdom is a mystery that has been hidden. But before time began, God planned that his wisdom would bring us heavenly glory.
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Proverbs 4:2
I give you good advice. So don’t turn away from what I teach you.