Healing
Updated April 17, 2026
Seek truth and integrity with Bible verses about lying, guiding you to live honestly and build trust with those around you.
Verses for 25+ Bible Verses About Lying
Start with one passage. If it catches your attention, stay there before moving through the rest of the list.
Telling a lie is something we’ve all done at some point in our lives. Sometimes, it’s the easier thing to do. It can spare us repercussions for our actions, or make us feel less guilty when the truth feels too heavy. However, we must not forget that lying is a sin, and as Christians, we should live by the word of God. God does not expect this to be easy. It’s difficult to always remain honest. But it is the determination and effort to stay truthful to ourselves and others even when it proves difficult that differentiates us. Make an active effort to not lie, and use the Bible’s words to guide you in this. “Thou shall not lie” is one of the 10 commandments, and while that doesn’t make it easy to follow, it makes it worth it to try every day.
Read these verses to learn what the Bible says about lying, and how you can maintain your integrity and follow God’s wish for us not to deceive each other.
Passage 1
"The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy."
Read aloud: Read the verse aloud once without rushing. Then read it again and pause where your attention catches.
In plain words: God values honesty and finds delight in those who speak the truth, rejecting deceit.
Passage 2
"Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices."
Read aloud: Give this verse room to breathe. Let one word or image stand out before you move to the explanation.
In plain words: Lying is part of our old, sinful nature, and as believers, we are called to live in truth.
Passage 3
"A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will perish."
Read aloud: Try saying the last line slowly, then turn it into a one-sentence prayer in your own words.
In plain words: Lying has serious consequences, leading to punishment and destruction.
Passage 4
"Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body."
Read aloud: Read the verse aloud once without rushing. Then read it again and pause where your attention catches.
In plain words: As part of a community, we are encouraged to be truthful, as lies harm relationships and unity.
Passage 5
"You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies."
Read aloud: Give this verse room to breathe. Let one word or image stand out before you move to the explanation.
In plain words: Jesus warns that lying is a characteristic of the devil, contrasting it with God’s nature of truth.
Passage 6
"There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies, and a person who stirs up conflict in the community."
Read aloud: Try saying the last line slowly, then turn it into a one-sentence prayer in your own words.
In plain words: Lying is among the actions God despises, as it causes harm and division.
Passage 7
"Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from telling lies."
Read aloud: Read the verse aloud once without rushing. Then read it again and pause where your attention catches.
In plain words: We are called to refrain from lying and to speak truthfully in all situations.
Passage 8
"Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another."
Read aloud: Give this verse room to breathe. Let one word or image stand out before you move to the explanation.
In plain words: Lying and deceit are forbidden, emphasizing God’s standard of honesty and integrity.
Passage 9
"An honest witness does not deceive, but a false witness pours out lies."
Read aloud: Try saying the last line slowly, then turn it into a one-sentence prayer in your own words.
In plain words: Honest people speak truthfully, while deceitful ones harm others with lies.
Passage 10
"No one who practices deceit will dwell in my house; no one who speaks falsely will stand in my presence."
Read aloud: Read the verse aloud once without rushing. Then read it again and pause where your attention catches.
In plain words: God rejects deceitful people, desiring honesty and truth in His presence.
Passage 11
"A fortune made by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a deadly snare."
Read aloud: Give this verse room to breathe. Let one word or image stand out before you move to the explanation.
In plain words: Dishonest gains are temporary and ultimately lead to trouble.
Passage 12
"These are the things you are to do: Speak the truth to each other, and render true and sound judgment in your courts; do not plot evil against each other, and do not love to swear falsely. I hate all this,' declares the Lord."
Read aloud: Try saying the last line slowly, then turn it into a one-sentence prayer in your own words.
In plain words: God calls for honesty and fairness in all dealings, rejecting lies and deceit.
Passage 13
"Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out."
Read aloud: Read the verse aloud once without rushing. Then read it again and pause where your attention catches.
In plain words: Integrity leads to security, while dishonesty ultimately gets exposed.
Passage 14
"You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor."
Read aloud: Give this verse room to breathe. Let one word or image stand out before you move to the explanation.
In plain words: Lying against others is condemned, especially in cases where it can harm someone’s reputation.
Passage 15
"All you need to say is simply ‘Yes’ or ‘No’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one."
Read aloud: Try saying the last line slowly, then turn it into a one-sentence prayer in your own words.
In plain words: Jesus encourages straightforward honesty, discouraging any deceit in our words.
Passage 16
"For, 'Whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil and their lips from deceitful speech.'"
Read aloud: Read the verse aloud once without rushing. Then read it again and pause where your attention catches.
In plain words: Living a good life involves avoiding lies and speaking with integrity.
Passage 17
"Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment."
Read aloud: Give this verse room to breathe. Let one word or image stand out before you move to the explanation.
In plain words: Truth stands the test of time, while lies are temporary and ultimately fail.
Passage 18
"But the cowardly, the unbelieving, the vile, the murderers, the sexually immoral, those who practice magic arts, the idolaters and all liars—they will be consigned to the fiery lake of burning sulfur. This is the second death."
Read aloud: Try saying the last line slowly, then turn it into a one-sentence prayer in your own words.
In plain words: Liars are listed among those who face severe consequences, emphasizing the seriousness of dishonesty.
Passage 19
"But now you must also rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices."
Read aloud: Read the verse aloud once without rushing. Then read it again and pause where your attention catches.
In plain words: As new creations in Christ, we are to reject lies and any behavior that harms others.
Passage 20
"Do not testify against your neighbor without cause—would you use your lips to mislead?"
Read aloud: Give this verse room to breathe. Let one word or image stand out before you move to the explanation.
In plain words: Misleading others, especially through false testimony, is condemned, highlighting the importance of truth.
Passage 21
"Keep me from deceitful ways; be gracious to me and teach me your law."
Read aloud: Try saying the last line slowly, then turn it into a one-sentence prayer in your own words.
In plain words: The psalmist seeks God’s help to avoid deceit, valuing God’s guidance toward truth.
Passage 22
"Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ."
Read aloud: Read the verse aloud once without rushing. Then read it again and pause where your attention catches.
In plain words: Speaking truth lovingly fosters maturity and unity within the community of believers.
Passage 23
"A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will not go free."
Read aloud: Give this verse room to breathe. Let one word or image stand out before you move to the explanation.
In plain words: Lies bring consequences, and those who deceive others are ultimately held accountable.
Passage 24
"You destroy those who tell lies; the bloodthirsty and deceitful you, Lord, detest."
Read aloud: Try saying the last line slowly, then turn it into a one-sentence prayer in your own words.
In plain words: God detests lies and deceit, promising judgment for those who persist in dishonest ways.
Passage 25
"Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much."
Read aloud: Read the verse aloud once without rushing. Then read it again and pause where your attention catches.
In plain words: Integrity in small matters reflects our trustworthiness in greater things, while dishonesty can grow if unchecked.
Passage 26
"The righteous hate what is false, but the wicked make themselves a stench and bring shame on themselves."
Read aloud: Give this verse room to breathe. Let one word or image stand out before you move to the explanation.
In plain words: Righteous people despise lies, while deceit brings shame and damages one’s reputation.
Passage 27
"Save me, Lord, from lying lips and from deceitful tongues."
Read aloud: Try saying the last line slowly, then turn it into a one-sentence prayer in your own words.
In plain words: The psalmist seeks God’s protection from lies and deceit, recognizing the harm they cause.
Passage 28
"The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit."
Read aloud: Read the verse aloud once without rushing. Then read it again and pause where your attention catches.
In plain words: Honest and kind words bring life, while lies and deceit can deeply hurt others.
Passage 29
"But your iniquities have separated you from your God; your sins have hidden his face from you, so that he will not hear. For your hands are stained with blood, your fingers with guilt. Your lips have spoken falsely, and your tongue mutters wicked things."
Read aloud: Give this verse room to breathe. Let one word or image stand out before you move to the explanation.
In plain words: Lies and other sins create a barrier between us and God, affecting our relationship with Him.
Passage 30
"The remnant of Israel will do no wrong; they will speak no lies, nor will deceit be found in their mouths. They will eat and lie down and no one will make them afraid."
Read aloud: Try saying the last line slowly, then turn it into a one-sentence prayer in your own words.
In plain words: In God’s kingdom, His people are free from lies and deceit, living in honesty and peace.
Start with Proverbs 12:22, Colossians 3:9, and Proverbs 19:9. Read one of them aloud before you read the rest, so the page feels less like a list and more like a conversation with Scripture.
Choose one reference, read it slowly, and write the line that stays with you in your own words. Turn that sentence into a short prayer before you move to another passage.
The Bible contains more than 31,000 verses. In the King James Version, there are 31,102 verses across 66 books, though totals can vary slightly between translations because some passages are grouped differently.
A Chosen Portion take
Before you turn lying into a list to finish, give yourself a little quiet. Let the passages name pain honestly before you rush toward a conclusion.
Start with Proverbs 12:22 and read it out loud if you can. Then carry one honest sentence into the rest of the day: a confession, a request, a thank-you, or a small act of obedience.
Take Scripture into prayer with a gentler daily rhythm: reflection, quiet attention, and one faithful conversation at a time.