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The Impact of Speech on Community
Proverbs 11:9-14
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With his mouth the ungodly man destroys his neighbor, but through knowledge the righteous are rescued.
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When the righteous thrive, the city rejoices, and when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy.
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By the blessing of the upright a city is built up, but by the mouth of the wicked it is torn down.
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Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks judgment, but a man of understanding remains silent.
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A gossip reveals a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
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For lack of guidance, a nation falls, but with many counselors comes deliverance.
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