A gentle answer turns away wrath, but harsh words stir up anger.
The wise person makes learning a joy; fools spout only foolishness.
The LORD is watching everywhere, keeping his eye on both the evil and the good.
Gentle words bring life and health; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.
Only a fool despises a parent’s discipline; whoever learns from correction is wise … .
The LORD hates the sacrifice of the wicked, but he delights in the prayers of the upright.
PROVERBS 15:1-5, 8 (NLT)