"If anyone thinks himself to be religious, and yet does not bridle his tongue but deceives his own heart, this man's religion is worthless." ~James 1.26
"This is usually the hypocrite's sin. Hypocrites, of all people, are least able to bridle their tongue. Those who seem to be religious are the most free in censuring others. They are aware of the guilt of their own spirits and so are most prone to suspect others. Censuring is a trick of the devil, which excuses indignation against their own sins.
Gracious hearts reflect most on themselves. They do not look for things to reprove in others but things to lament in themselves. When a man is aware of his own failings, he is very sympathetic in reflecting on the weaknesses of others: "You who are spiritual should restore him gently" (Galatians 6.1). The quality of many people's religion can be discerned by the intemperateness of their language. Words are the overflow of their wickedness." ~ Thomas Manton
"When there are many words, transgression is unavoidable, But he who restrains his lips is wise." ~ Proverbs 10.19
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