This verse speaks to the importance of speaking in ways that are both appropriate and beneficial. The lips of the righteous know what is "acceptable," meaning they are guided by wisdom and an understanding of what is right in God’s sight. Their words are measured and timely, bringing encouragement and guidance to others. The contrast is clear: the mouth of the wicked speaks "frowardness," which refers to words that are perverse, divisive, or morally corrupt. The righteous, in contrast, are careful with their words, speaking in ways that reflect God's holiness and love. This verse highlights the responsibility of the believer to speak in ways that honor God and build up others. In practice, this means aligning our speech with biblical principles, avoiding gossip, slander, or anything that would lead others away from truth. It’s a call to be intentional about the impact our words have, ensuring that we speak life and not death, truth and not lies. The more we align our speech with God’s will, the more our words will be a source of blessing, peace, and healing.