please stop all your lies before it's too late Pastor James The Bible repeatedly condemns spreading lies, using terms such as "false report," "lying tongue," and "false witness" to emphasize that deceit and falsehood are detestable to God and will not go unpunished. Specific verses in the Old and New Testaments address lying and its consequences. Old Testament Exodus 23:1: Commands against raising or cooperating with a false report. Proverbs 6:16–19: Lists a "lying tongue" and "false witness" among the things God hates. Proverbs 12:22: States that "lying lips are abomination to the LORD". Proverbs 19:9: Warns that a "false witness shall not be unpunished". Psalm 101:7: Declares that those who work deceit or tell lies will not remain in God's presence. Leviticus 19:16: Prohibits spreading tales among people. New Testament Ephesians 4:25: Encourages believers to put away lying and speak truth to their neighbors. Colossians 3:9: Instructs against lying to one another. Revelation 21:8: Includes liars among those who will face judgment. John 8:44: Jesus describes the devil as a liar. Summary of Bible principles Divine hatred of lies: God considers lying and deceitful speech detestable. Inevitability of judgment: Those who spread lies will face punishment. Emphasis on truth: Believers are instructed to be truthful in all interactions. Focus on community: The Bible indicates that falsehood and gossip harm trust and create conflict. God Loves You So Do I.