Proverbs 12:18-20

Evangelical Heritage Version

¹⁸ Some people wield reckless words like the thrusts of a sword,
but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
¹⁹ Truthful lips are established forever,
but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.
²⁰ Deceit lies in the heart of those who plot evil,
but for those who promote peace there will be joy.