Proverbs 12:19-21

New International Version

¹⁹ Truthful lips endure forever,
    but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.

²⁰ Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil,
    but those who promote peace have joy.^(A)

²¹ No harm overtakes the righteous,^(B)
    but the wicked have their fill of trouble.