There are six things which the Lord hates, seven which are an abomination to him:
haughty eyes, a lying tongue,
and hands that shed innocent blood,
a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that make haste to run to evil,
a false witness who breathes out lies,
and a man who sows discord among brothers. (Proverbs 6:16-19)
Here I notice that none on this particular list of “no-nos” has to do with offenses in worship, speaking ill of God, actions taken against the LORD, or anything else in the relationship between God and humanity. No, each of the seven things listed are offenses between human and human. And according to the proverb, God disapproves.
I notice also that murder is on the same list as instigating strife in a fellowship or family. Truly, blessed are the peacemakers!
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