What kinds of words should I avoid speaking? - Words - TouchPoints

Deuteronomy 5:11“You must not misuse the name of the Lord your God. The Lord will not let you go unpunished if you misuse his name.”

We should not swear using God’s name or bring disrespect to God’s name in any way.

Exodus 22:28“You must not dishonor God or curse any of your rulers.”

We must never curse God or anyone else in leadership over us.

Ecclesiastes 10:20Never make light of the king, even in your thoughts. And don’t make fun of the powerful, even in your own bedroom. For a little bird might deliver your message and tell them what you said.

We should never make fun of those in positions of leadership over us.

Psalm 34:12-13Does anyone want to live a life that is long and prosperous? Then keep your tongue from speaking evil and your lips from telling lies!

We must avoid saying anything that is deceptive or false.

Proverbs 18:8Rumors are dainty morsels that sink deep into one’s heart.

We must avoid spreading gossip or slander about other people.

Proverbs 29:11Fools vent their anger, but the wise quietly hold it back.

We must avoid speaking in the heat of anger. We will usually regret it later, if we do.

Ephesians 4:31Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior.

Colossians 3:9Don’t lie to each other, for you have stripped off your old sinful nature and all its wicked deeds.

We must recognize and resist emotions and attitudes that lead to hurtful words.

James 4:11Don’t speak evil against each other, dear brothers and sisters. If you criticize and judge each other, then you are criticizing and judging God’s law. But your job is to obey the law, not to judge whether it applies to you.

We must avoid criticizing other people.