Proverbs 16:23
The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
BSB
ASV
The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.
KJV
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
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Colossians 3:16Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to…
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I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You.
Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord,
If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.
Consequently, faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.
Your words were found, and I ate them. Your words became my joy and my heart’s delight. For I bear Your name, O LORD God of Hosts.
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Psalms 45:1My heart is stirred by a noble theme as I recite my verses to the king; my tongue is the pen of a skillful writer.
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My mouth will impart wisdom, and the meditation of my heart will bring understanding.
The Spirit of the LORD spoke through me; His word was on my tongue.
My words are from an upright heart, and my lips speak sincerely what I know.
