Proverbs 12:19-21 (ESV)
19 Truthful lips endure forever,
but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
20 Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil,
but those who plan peace have joy.
21 No ill befalls the righteous,
but the wicked are filled with trouble.
Those who speak truth uphold laws and principles established by God. But lies are rejected by the Lord and will not endure the test of time. The wicked use deceit to forward their plans. They desire to hurt others and craftily communicate, creating division. Those who long for reconciliation will experience the joy of the Lord. In the end, God will vindicate the one who has done things his way. When we have been hurt, we often want to bring pain upon those who have caused our suffering. The hearts of some become dark, and they refuse to see God’s hand in their trials. But what if God reveals you were not treated unfairly in the situation you are angry about? Just because you feel you have been wronged doesn’t mean you have actually been wronged. If you are at odds with another, do whatever you can to remedy that today. Be at peace with everyone.