1 Thessalonians 2:5

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1 Thessalonians 2:5

For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness:

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General references

Ezekiel 12:24

1 Thessalonians 2:3

Bible References

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Now as for the one who testifies against his friends to take their property, even the eyes of his children will fail.

I won't discriminate against anyone, and I won't flatter any person,

Everyone speaks lies to his neighbor; they speak with flattering lips and hidden motives.

Whoever spreads gossip betrays confidences; so don't get involved with someone who talks too much.

A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth causes ruin.

Whoever rebukes a man will later on find more favor than someone who flatters with his words.

They say to the seers, "Don't see visions,' and to the prophets, "Don't give us visions of what is right! Instead, tell us welcome things, prophesy illusions,

They sent their disciples to him along with the Herodians. They said, "Teacher, we know that you are sincere and that you teach the way of God truthfully. You don't favor any individual, because you pay no attention to external appearance.

By talking high-sounding nonsense and using sinful cravings of the flesh, they entice people who have just escaped from those who live in error.

General references

There will no longer be worthless visions and flattering divinations in the midst of Israel's house.

For our appeal to you does not spring from deceit, impure motives, or trickery.