In an age where language is often casual and unrestricted, the power of words remains profound. The Bible offers timeless wisdom regarding our speech, reminding us of the importance of using our words to uplift rather than tear down. Whether invoked in moments of frustration or anger, curse words can reflect a heart of bitterness or despair, contrasting sharply with the call to speak life and grace.
These scriptures offer guidance on how we can align our speech with God’s intentions. They remind us of the impact our words can have on ourselves and others. Let’s explore these 30 powerful verses that encourage us to choose our words wisely and promote a spirit of love and kindness in all our interactions.
Out of the same mouth proceed blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not to be so.
Let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for necessary edification, that it may impart grace to the hearers.
But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and obscene talk from your mouth.
But I say to you that for every idle word men may speak, they will give account of it in the day of judgment.
Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.
Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble.
For “Whoever desires to love life and see good days, let him keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit.”
The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.
A gentle tongue is a tree of life, but perverseness in it breaks the spirit.
And I said: “Woe is me! For I am lost; for I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts!”
It is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a person, but what comes out of the mouth; this defiles a person.
If anyone thinks he is religious and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this person’s religion is worthless.
When words are many, transgression is not lacking, but whoever restrains his lips is prudent.
Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from speaking deceit.
There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Be not rash with your mouth, nor let your heart be hasty to utter a word before God, for God is in heaven and you are on earth. Therefore, let your words be few.
Their mouth is full of curses and bitterness.
But I say to you that everyone who is angry with his brother will be liable to judgment; whoever insults his brother will be liable to the council; and whoever says, ‘You fool!’ will be liable to hell of fire.
To speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.
Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth; keep watch over the door of my lips!
Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.
He is puffed up with conceit and understands nothing; he has an unhealthy craving for controversy and for quarrels about words.
Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them.
His mouth is filled with cursing and deceit and oppression; under his tongue are mischief and iniquity.
Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.
Do not speak evil against one another, brothers. The one who speaks against a brother or judges his brother, speaks evil against the law and judges the law.
But if you bite and devour one another, watch out that you are not consumed by one another.
Do not be deceived: “Bad company ruins good morals.”
For the sin of their mouths, the words of their lips, let them be trapped in their pride. For the cursing and lies that they utter.
Famous and Strong Quotes about curse words
The difference between the right word and the almost right word is the difference between lightning and a lightning bug.
There is nothing funnier than unhappiness.
I think it’s the duty of the comedian to find out where the line is drawn and cross it deliberately.
Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.
We are what we pretend to be, so we must be careful about what we pretend to be.
Seeking Purity in Our Speech
Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, acknowledging the weight of our words. Lord, we ask for Your guidance as we navigate our conversations. Help us to choose our language wisely, avoiding words that bring harm or disrespect. May our speech reflect Your love and grace, showing kindness and understanding to those around us.
We recognize that our words can build up or tear down, and we pray for a heart that desires to uplift and encourage. Cleanse us from any temptation to use language that does not honor You. Instead, fill our mouths with words of hope, love, and truth.
Surround us with Your wisdom so that we may communicate in a manner that glorifies You. Heal any hurt caused by our careless speech and guide us in making amends where needed. Help us to be mindful of what we say, embodying Your holy example.
In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.