Question

What does the Bible say about speech? Check all that apply.

speak to build up, not tear down
speak wisely, not foolishly
speak purely
speak without thinking

Answer 1

Check the ones that apply:

- Speak to build up, not tear down — Yes. (Eph. 4:29; 1 Thess. 5:11)
- Speak wisely, not foolishly — Yes. (Proverbs throughout; James 1:19)
- Speak purely — Yes (avoid corrupt or unwholesome talk). (Eph. 4:29; Col. 4:6; Phil. 4:8)
- Speak without thinking — No. Scripture warns against hasty, rash speech. (James 1:19; Proverbs 29:20)

In short: the Bible urges wholesome, wise, edifying speech and warns against careless or harmful words.