Bible Verses About Lying

1. Proverbs 12:22

"The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy."

Explanation:

God values honesty and finds delight in those who speak the truth, rejecting deceit.

2. Colossians 3:9

"Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices."

Explanation:

Lying is part of our old, sinful nature, and as believers, we are called to live in truth.

3. Proverbs 19:9

"A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will perish."

Explanation:

Lying has serious consequences, leading to punishment and destruction.

4. Ephesians 4:25

"Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body."

Explanation:

As part of a community, we are encouraged to be truthful, as lies harm relationships and unity.

5. John 8:44

"You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies."

Explanation:

Jesus warns that lying is a characteristic of the devil, contrasting it with God’s nature of truth.

6. Proverbs 6:16-19

"There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies, and a person who stirs up conflict in the community."

Explanation:

Lying is among the actions God despises, as it causes harm and division.

7. Psalm 34:13

"Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from telling lies."

Explanation:

We are called to refrain from lying and to speak truthfully in all situations.

8. Leviticus 19:11

"Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another."

Explanation:

Lying and deceit are forbidden, emphasizing God’s standard of honesty and integrity.

9. Proverbs 14:5

"An honest witness does not deceive, but a false witness pours out lies."

Explanation:

Honest people speak truthfully, while deceitful ones harm others with lies.

10. Psalm 101:7

"No one who practices deceit will dwell in my house; no one who speaks falsely will stand in my presence."

Explanation:

God rejects deceitful people, desiring honesty and truth in His presence.

11. Proverbs 21:6

"A fortune made by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a deadly snare."

Explanation:

Dishonest gains are temporary and ultimately lead to trouble.

12. Zechariah 8:16-17

"These are the things you are to do: Speak the truth to each other, and render true and sound judgment in your courts; do not plot evil against each other, and do not love to swear falsely. I hate all this,' declares the Lord."

Explanation:

God calls for honesty and fairness in all dealings, rejecting lies and deceit.

13. Proverbs 10:9

"Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out."

Explanation:

Integrity leads to security, while dishonesty ultimately gets exposed.

14. Exodus 20:16

"You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor."

Explanation:

Lying against others is condemned, especially in cases where it can harm someone’s reputation.

15. Matthew 5:37

"All you need to say is simply ‘Yes’ or ‘No’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one."

Explanation:

Jesus encourages straightforward honesty, discouraging any deceit in our words.

16. 1 Peter 3:10

"For, 'Whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil and their lips from deceitful speech.'"

Explanation:

Living a good life involves avoiding lies and speaking with integrity.

17. Proverbs 12:19

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

Explanation:

Truth stands the test of time, while lies are temporary and ultimately fail.

18. Revelation 21:8

"But the cowardly, the unbelieving, the vile, the murderers, the sexually immoral, those who practice magic arts, the idolaters and all liars—they will be consigned to the fiery lake of burning sulfur. This is the second death."

Explanation:

Liars are listed among those who face severe consequences, emphasizing the seriousness of dishonesty.

19. Colossians 3:8-9

"But now you must also rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices."

Explanation:

As new creations in Christ, we are to reject lies and any behavior that harms others.

20. Proverbs 24:28

"Do not testify against your neighbor without cause—would you use your lips to mislead?"

Explanation:

Misleading others, especially through false testimony, is condemned, highlighting the importance of truth.

21. Psalm 119:29

"Keep me from deceitful ways; be gracious to me and teach me your law."

Explanation:

The psalmist seeks God’s help to avoid deceit, valuing God’s guidance toward truth.

22. Ephesians 4:15

"Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ."

Explanation:

Speaking truth lovingly fosters maturity and unity within the community of believers.

23. Proverbs 19:5

"A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will not go free."

Explanation:

Lies bring consequences, and those who deceive others are ultimately held accountable.

24. Psalm 5:6

"You destroy those who tell lies; the bloodthirsty and deceitful you, Lord, detest."

Explanation:

God detests lies and deceit, promising judgment for those who persist in dishonest ways.

25. Luke 16:10

"Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much."

Explanation:

Integrity in small matters reflects our trustworthiness in greater things, while dishonesty can grow if unchecked.

26. Proverbs 13:5

"The righteous hate what is false, but the wicked make themselves a stench and bring shame on themselves."

Explanation:

Righteous people despise lies, while deceit brings shame and damages one’s reputation.

27. Psalm 120:2

"Save me, Lord, from lying lips and from deceitful tongues."

Explanation:

The psalmist seeks God’s protection from lies and deceit, recognizing the harm they cause.

28. Proverbs 15:4

"The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit."

Explanation:

Honest and kind words bring life, while lies and deceit can deeply hurt others.

29. Isaiah 59:2-3

"But your iniquities have separated you from your God; your sins have hidden his face from you, so that he will not hear. For your hands are stained with blood, your fingers with guilt. Your lips have spoken falsely, and your tongue mutters wicked things."

Explanation:

Lies and other sins create a barrier between us and God, affecting our relationship with Him.

30. Zephaniah 3:13

"The remnant of Israel will do no wrong; they will speak no lies, nor will deceit be found in their mouths. They will eat and lie down and no one will make them afraid."

Explanation:

In God’s kingdom, His people are free from lies and deceit, living in honesty and peace.