Mat 12:33-37 | MHM | STEP | v. 33–37 : Jesus continued by teaching about the importance of the heart and words. “A tree is recognized by its fruit… For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. …By your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned” (Matthew 12:33-37 ). Jesus said that what people say shows what is in their hearts. Good hearts produce good words and actions, while evil hearts produce evil ones. God will judge people by their words, which reveal their true character.

‏ Matthew 12:33-37

v. 33–37: Jesus continued by teaching about the importance of the heart and words. “A tree is recognized by its fruit… For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. …By your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned” (Matthew 12:33-37 ^a). Jesus said that what people say shows what is in their hearts. Good hearts produce good words and actions, while evil hearts produce evil ones. God will judge people by their words, which reveal their true character.

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