Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
And David said, What have I now done? Is there not a cause?
General references
Bible References
General references
Proverbs 15:1 A soft and gentle and thoughtful answer turns away wrath,
But harsh and painful and careless words stir up anger.
But harsh and painful and careless words stir up anger.
Acts 11:2
So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, those of the circumcision [certain Jewish believers who followed the Law] took issue with him [for violating Jewish customs],
1 Corinthians 2:15
But the spiritual man [the spiritually mature Christian] judges all things [questions, examines and applies what the Holy Spirit reveals], yet is himself judged by no one [the unbeliever cannot judge and understand the believer’s spiritual nature].
1 Peter 3:9
and never return evil for evil or insult for insult [avoid scolding, berating, and any kind of abuse], but on the contrary, give a blessing [pray for one another’s well-being, contentment, and protection]; for you have been called for this very purpose, that you might inherit a blessing [from God that brings well-being, happiness, and protection].