Proverbs 17:9

⁹Whoever conceals an offense promotes love,

but he who brings it up separates friends.

— Proverbs 17:9

(BSB)

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Fostering Love, Not Creating Roadblocks

Devo: Together in Christ

"Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends."

Proverbs 17:9

Devo: Daily Wisdom

"He who covers over an offense promotes love, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends."

Proverbs 17:9

Devo: Today's Verse

"He who covers over an offense promotes love, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends."

Cross References for Proverbs 17:9

• Proverbs 10:12
• 1 Peter 4:8
• Proverbs 16:28
• Psalm 32:1

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