6 Bible Verses about Answering People
Most Relevant Verses
But instead, set aside a place in your hearts where Christ is [in full control as] Lord, and be prepared always to give a suitable reply to every person who asks you for a reason why you have an inner hope. But [be sure you do it] in a meek and respectful way, however.
Your speech should always be favorable, seasoned with salt [i.e., interesting and appropriate], so that you may know how to properly answer each person [you talk with].
Jesus answered them, "Let me also ask you a question. If you answer it, then I will tell you by what authority I am doing these things.
Jesus answered them, "Let me ask you a question. And if you answer it, then I will tell you by what authority I am doing these things.
And all of them who heard Him were amazed at His understanding [i.e., of spiritual matters] and His answers [to questions they would ask Him].
When Jesus said this, one of the guards standing there struck Him [in the face], saying, "Is that any way to talk to the head priest?"