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.
Having
Bible References
That he
Nehemiah 5:9
I said: What you are doing is not good. Is it not necessary for you to walk out of respect for our God, because of the shame the nations put on us?
1 Timothy 5:14
I desire therefore that the younger widows marry, bear children, rule the household, and give no occasion to the adversary for reviling.
1 Peter 2:12
Maintain fine behavior among the nations. That way when they speak badly about you, they may see your good works and glorify God in the day of visitation (inspection).
1 Peter 3:16
Keep a good conscience. When you are spoken against, those who revile your good manner of life in Christ may be put to shame.
May
Isaiah 66:5
Listen to the word of Jehovah, all who tremble at his word. Your brothers, who hate you, exclude you because of my name. They say: Let Jehovah show his glory and then we will see your joy. But they will be put to shame.
Luke 13:17
His answer shamed his enemies. The people rejoiced over the wonderful things he did.
2 Thessalonians 3:14
If anyone does not obey our word in this letter, take special note of that person and do not associate with him, so that he will be put to shame.
Having
Philippians 2:14
Do all things without complaining (grumbling) (murmuring) and questioning (disputing).