3 (A)Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness.
26 If anyone thinks he is religious (A)and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this person's (B)religion is worthless.
21 The wise of heart is called discerning, and sweetness of speech (A)increases persuasiveness.
24 (A)Gracious words are like (B)a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and (C)health to the body.
3 (A)Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth; (B)keep watch over the door of my lips!
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