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28 Good people think before they answer,
    but the wicked simply pour out evil.

29 The Lord does not listen to the wicked,
    but he hears the prayers of those who do right.

30 Good news makes you feel better.
    Your happiness will show in your eyes.

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28 The heart of the righteous weighs its answers,(A)
    but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil.(B)

29 The Lord is far from the wicked,
    but he hears the prayer of the righteous.(C)

30 Light in a messenger’s eyes brings joy to the heart,
    and good news gives health to the bones.(D)

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