Bad temper is contagious—don’t get infected. Proverbs 22:24-25, MSG
Promises
words
… a word of encouragement does wonders! Proverbs 12:25, TLB
this kind of fruit
But when the Holy Spirit controls our lives he will produce this kind of fruit in us: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control…Galatians 5:22-23
moderation
Moderation is better than muscle, self-control better than political power. Proverbs 16:32, MSG
their words
Mean people spread mean gossip…Proverbs 16:27, MSG
your trust
It pays to take life seriously; things work out when you trust in God. Proverbs 16:20, MSG