Proverbs 15:13

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Proverbs 15:11–15 · Berean Standard Bible

11 Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD— how much more the hearts of men!

12 A mocker does not love to be reproved, nor will he consult the wise.

13 A joyful heart makes a cheerful countenance, but sorrow of the heart crushes the spirit.

14 A discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.

15 All the days of the oppressed are bad, but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.

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Proverbs 15:15

All the days of the oppressed are bad, but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.

Proverbs 17:22

A joyful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit dries up the bones.

2 Corinthians 1:12

And this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in relation to you, in the holiness and sincerity that are from God—not in worldly wisdom, but in the grace of God.

Proverbs 12:25

Anxiety weighs down the heart of a man, but a good word cheers it up.

Proverbs 18:14

The spirit of a man can endure his sickness, but who can survive a broken spirit?

Nehemiah 2:2

so the king said to me, “Why is your face sad, though you are not ill? This could only be sadness of the heart.” I was overwhelmed with fear

John 14:1

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe in Me as well.

2 Corinthians 2:7

So instead, you ought to forgive and comfort him, so that he will not be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow.

2 Corinthians 7:10

Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation without regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.