Romans 3:14
Romans 3:14 in Multiple Translations
“Their mouths are full of cursing and bitterness.”
Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness:
Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness:
Whose mouth is full of curses and bitter words:
Their mouths are full of bitterness and curses,
Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitternesse.
Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness.
“Their mouth is full of cursing and bitterness.”
Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness.
Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness:
They are continually ◄cursing/asking God to do harmful things to► others and saying ◄cruel/harsh/hateful► things [MTY].
They swear at other people and say bad things about them.
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Greek Word Reference — Romans 3:14
Study Notes — Romans 3:14
- Context
- Cross References
- Romans 3:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Romans 3:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Romans 3:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Romans 3:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Romans 3:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Romans 3:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Romans 3:14
- Barnes' Notes on Romans 3:14
- Sermons on Romans 3:14
Context — There Is No One Righteous
14“Their mouths are full of cursing and bitterness.”
15“Their feet are swift to shed blood; 16ruin and misery lie in their wake,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 10:7 | His mouth is full of cursing, deceit, and violence; trouble and malice are under his tongue. |
| 2 | Psalms 109:17–18 | The cursing that he loved, may it fall on him; the blessing in which he refused to delight, may it be far from him. The cursing that he wore like a coat, may it soak into his body like water, and into his bones like oil. |
| 3 | Psalms 59:12 | By the sins of their mouths and the words of their lips, let them be trapped in their pride, in the curses and lies they utter. |
| 4 | James 3:10 | Out of the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, this should not be! |
Romans 3:14 Summary
[This verse, Romans 3:14, tells us that when people are not following God, their words can be very hurtful and mean, like cursing and saying bitter things. This is because, as it says in Romans 3:9-20 and Ephesians 2:3, our hearts are naturally inclined towards sin and selfishness, leading to hurtful speech. But as believers, we are called to speak words of love, kindness, and truth, as seen in Ephesians 4:29 and Colossians 4:6, which is a way of showing the love of Jesus to those around us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for someone's mouth to be full of cursing and bitterness?
This phrase, as seen in Romans 3:14, indicates that the words and speech of those who have turned away from God are filled with hatred, anger, and hurtful language, as also described in Ephesians 4:29 and James 3:9-10.
Is this verse saying that all non-Christians are always cursing and bitter?
No, Romans 3:14 is part of a larger passage, Romans 3:9-20, that describes the general condition of humanity apart from God, emphasizing our universal need for salvation, as also seen in Romans 5:12 and Psalm 51:5.
How can we, as believers, avoid having mouths full of cursing and bitterness?
We can avoid this by following the example of Jesus, who taught us to love our enemies and bless those who curse us, as seen in Matthew 5:44 and Luke 6:28, and by being mindful of the words we speak, as instructed in Colossians 4:6.
What is the opposite of having a mouth full of cursing and bitterness?
The opposite would be having a mouth that speaks words of kindness, encouragement, and truth, as described in Proverbs 16:24 and Ephesians 4:32, which is a characteristic of those who are filled with the Holy Spirit and are walking in love and obedience to God, as seen in Galatians 5:22-23.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways can I be more mindful of the words I speak, making sure they are uplifting and not hurtful to others?
- How can I use my words to bless and encourage those around me, rather than to curse or tear them down?
- What are some practical steps I can take to ensure that my speech is pleasing to God and reflects the love and kindness of Jesus?
- In what situations do I find myself most tempted to speak words of cursing or bitterness, and how can I prepare myself to respond differently in those situations?
Gill's Exposition on Romans 3:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Romans 3:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Romans 3:14
Trapp's Commentary on Romans 3:14
Ellicott's Commentary on Romans 3:14
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Romans 3:14
Barnes' Notes on Romans 3:14
Sermons on Romans 3:14
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Now Do You Believe God? by Ralph Sexton | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing the imminent return of the Lord. He believes that society has become too focused on materialism, which has cau |
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Under Sin by Don McClure | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the impact of sin on the human mind and its ability to comprehend spiritual matters. He highlights the irony of highly intelligent individuals |
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Bearing the Rod by A.W. Pink | The preacher delves into the concept of cursing, originally meaning a wish or prayer for harm, but evolving into an invocation of evil upon another. Cursing involves expressing a d |
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The Third Commandment by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes the gravity of the Third Commandment, which instructs believers not to take the name of the Lord in vain. He explains that this commandment calls for sincere, |
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Setting Fire to Satan's Harvest by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Psalm 59 and the power of God to consume the wicked. He emphasizes the importance of righteous individuals in changing a nation and calls on |
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Principles of the Most Holy War by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the destructive power of the tongue and the importance of refraining from engaging in harmful conversations. He highlights the need for holi |
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The Plague of Profanity by Jon Courson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the impact of profanity on society and how it desensitizes people to the reality of eternity. He explains that there was a time when words li |






