Proverbs 15 and 16 contain several proverbs regarding speech. They encourage kind words, soft answers and gentle language.

Many proverbs regard the role of the Lord in our lives. They tell us that God sees all that we do. We should trust the Lord to direct our paths and bless our endeavors. God disciplines those that stray from His ways. This discipline can sometimes be harsh but it is meant to lead us away from the path we have chosen to take; a path that will only lead to our destruction.

If we commit our work to the Lord God will determine the plans.

In 1 Thessalonians 1 Paul commends the church for taking the gospel message and running with it. Despite persecution they spread the gospel and extended a warm welcome to the faith to those around them.