Proverbs 19:5, 9 A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaks lies shall not escape. A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaks lies shall perish.
Scripture does not leave this subject in the realm of earthly consequences alone. Revelations clearly speaks of the eternal judgment reserved for liars: “But the fearful, and unbelieving… and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Rev. 21:8) “For without [the heavenly city] are dogs, and sorcerers, and whoremongers, and murderers, and idolaters, and whosoever loveth and maketh a lie.” (Rev. 22:15)
These are not idle threats. They show the eternal seriousness of truth in God’s kingdom. The unrepentant liar, especially the one who lives by deceit, chooses a path that leads away from God and ultimately to destruction. The world may tolerate lies, excuse them, or even reward them in politics, business, or social relationships. But God’s standard is eternal and unchanging. He sees every false word, and He will judge righteously. At the same time, the gospel offers mercy and transformation. Through Christ, the liar can be forgiven, cleansed, and changed into one who loves truth:
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1Jn. 1:9) Proverbs 19:5 and 9 firmly declare that false witnesses and habitual liars will not escape punishment, whether in this life or the next. God’s justice will prevail. All lies will be exposed, and all liars judged unless they repent. Revelation warns that liars have no place in the eternal kingdom, but rather face eternal separation in the lake of fire. Yet in Christ, there is hope, forgiveness, and the power to change and always live in truth.
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