Pro 19:5 | MHM | STEP | The Danger of False Witness and Lying This verse warns us about the serious sin of lying, both in court and in daily life. Speaking lies, even in jokes or small matters, can lead to bigger sins, like giving false witness in important situations. Some people lie because they think they will not be punished, but God always sees and will judge every lie. Truthfulness is important to the Lord , and He will not let liars go unpunished. v. 5 : Anyone who bears false witness or speaks lies will not escape punishment (Proverbs 19:5). People may start by telling small lies for fun or to please others. If they keep doing this, it becomes easier for them to lie in bigger ways, even in court, which is a very serious sin ( they have taught their tongue to speak lies , Jeremiah 9:5 ). Sometimes, liars think they will not get caught, because people do not always punish lying, even though God’s law is clear (Deuteronomy 19:18-19 ). But God will judge every liar. All liars will have their punishment from Him ( all liars shall have their part in the lake which burns with fire and brimstone , Revelation 21:8 ).

‏ Proverbs 19:5

The Danger of False Witness and Lying

This verse warns us about the serious sin of lying, both in court and in daily life. Speaking lies, even in jokes or small matters, can lead to bigger sins, like giving false witness in important situations. Some people lie because they think they will not be punished, but God always sees and will judge every lie. Truthfulness is important to the Lord, and He will not let liars go unpunished.

v. 5: Anyone who bears false witness or speaks lies will not escape punishment (Proverbs 19:5). People may start by telling small lies for fun or to please others. If they keep doing this, it becomes easier for them to lie in bigger ways, even in court, which is a very serious sin (they have taught their tongue to speak lies, Jeremiah 9:5 ^a). Sometimes, liars think they will not get caught, because people do not always punish lying, even though God’s law is clear (Deuteronomy 19:18-19 ^b). But God will judge every liar. All liars will have their punishment from Him (all liars shall have their part in the lake which burns with fire and brimstone, Revelation 21:8 ^c).