Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you.

Bible References

That he

1 Timothy 5:14
So I would have younger widows marry, bear children, manage their homes, and give the enemy no occasion for reproach.
1 Peter 2:12
Maintain good conduct among the Gentiles, so that in case they speak against you as wrongdoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.
1 Peter 3:16
and keep a clear conscience, so that, when you are abused, those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame.

May

Luke 13:17
When he said this, all his adversaries were put to shame; and all the people rejoiced at all the glorious things that were done by him.
2 Thessalonians 3:14
If anyone does not obey our instruction in this letter, take special note of that person and do not associate with him, so that he may be ashamed.

Having

Philippians 2:14
Do all things without grumbling or arguing,