3,000 year old wisdom from the Book of Proverbs about the use of social media.
“Like apples of gold in settings of silver is a word spoken in right circumstances.”25:11
“The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life,” 10:11
“Anxiety in the heart of a man weighs it down, but a good word makes it glad.”12:25
“There is one who speaks rashly like the thrusts of a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” 12:18
“When there are many words, transgression is unavoidable, but he who restrains his lips is wise.” 10:19
“He who guards his mouth and his tongue, guards his soul from troubles.”21:23
“The mind of the intelligent seeks knowledge, but the mouth of fools feeds on folly.” 15:14
“Do not answer a fool according to his folly, lest you also be like him.” 26:4
“The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.” 15:28
“He who restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.” 17:27
“He who covers a transgression seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates intimate friends.” 17:9
“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” 15:1
“For lack of wood the fire goes out, and where there is no whisperer, contention quiets down.” 26:20
God Bless, Rick
