Daily Wisdom: Proverbs 12:22

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in men who are truthful.
— Proverbs 12:22

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Illustration of Proverbs 12:22 — The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in men who are truthful.

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