We can make a large horse go wherever we want by means of a small bit in its mouth. And a small rudder makes a huge ship turn wherever the pilot chooses to go, even though the winds are strong. In the same way, the tongue is a small thing that makes grand speeches. But a tiny spark can set a great forest on fire. And the tongue is a flame of fire. It is a whole world of wickedness, corrupting your entire body. It can set your whole life on fire, for it is set on fire by hell itself.
We can make a large horse go wherever we want by means of a small bit in its mouth. And a small rudder makes a huge ship turn wherever the pilot chooses to go, even though the winds are strong.
Psalm 32:9 Do not be like a senseless horse or mule that needs a bit and bridle to keep it under control. (see all Psalm 32)
In the same way, the tongue is a small thing that makes grand speeches. But a tiny spark can set a great forest on fire.
Psalm 12:3-4 May the LORD cut off their flattering lips and silence their boastful tongues. They say, "We will lie to our heart's content. Our lips are our own--who can stop us?" (see all Psalm 12)
Psalm 73:8-9 They scoff and speak only evil; in their pride they seek to crush others. They boast against the very heavens, and their words strut throughout the earth. (see all Psalm 73)
And the tongue is a flame of fire.
Psalm 120:2-4 Rescue me, O LORD, from liars and from all deceitful people. O deceptive tongue, what will God do to you? How will he increase your punishment? You will be pierced with sharp arrows and burned with glowing coals. (see all Psalm 120)
Proverbs 16:27 Scoundrels create trouble; their words are a destructive blaze. (see verses 23-30)
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