The term "foul-mouthed" refers to the use of language that is offensive, vulgar, or profane. In the context of biblical teachings, the use of such language is often addressed as contrary to the character and conduct expected of believers. The Bible provides clear guidance on the importance of speech that is edifying and reflective of a transformed heart.

Biblical References:

1. Ephesians 4:29 : "Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen." This verse emphasizes the importance of speech that is constructive and beneficial, contrasting it with "unwholesome talk," which can be understood as foul or corrupt language.

2. Colossians 3:8 : "But now you must put aside all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips." Here, the Apostle Paul instructs believers to rid themselves of "filthy language," associating it with other sinful behaviors that are to be abandoned in the Christian life.

3. James 3:10 : "Out of the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, this should not be!" James highlights the inconsistency of using the same mouth for both blessing and cursing, urging believers to maintain purity in their speech.

4. Proverbs 4:24 : "Put away deception from your mouth; keep your lips from perverse speech." The wisdom literature of the Old Testament also addresses the issue of speech, advising the avoidance of perverse or deceitful language.

Theological Implications:

The use of foul language is often seen as a reflection of the heart's condition. Jesus taught that "out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks" (Matthew 12:34). Therefore, foul language can indicate underlying spiritual issues that need to be addressed. The transformation of speech is part of the sanctification process, where believers are called to reflect the holiness of God in all aspects of life, including their words.

Practical Considerations:

Believers are encouraged to be mindful of their language, recognizing the power of words to influence and affect others. The call to avoid foul language is not merely about adhering to a set of rules but about embodying the love and grace of Christ in everyday interactions. This involves a conscious effort to cultivate speech that is kind, truthful, and uplifting, serving as a witness to the transformative power of the Gospel.

Cultural Context:

In contemporary society, where foul language is often normalized in media and casual conversation, Christians are challenged to stand apart by demonstrating a different standard. This distinctiveness in speech can serve as a testimony to the values and principles of the Christian faith, offering a counter-cultural witness to the world.(a.) Using language scurrilous, opprobrious, obscene, or profane; abusive.

A Clean Tongue.
... If one needed any information as to the state of public morals, the foul-mouthed
men and boys, aye, and we regret to say, too often, women and girls, would ...
//christianbookshelf.org/champness/broken bread/xix a clean tongue.htm

That the Worshippers of the Gods Never Received from them any ...
... say of the mother of the gods, but of the mother of any senator or honest man"nay,
so impure, that not even the mother of the foul-mouthed players themselves ...
/.../augustine/city of god/chapter 4 that the worshippers of.htm

The Wisdom of God's Counsels
... As full of pride, passion, bitterness, censoriousness, and as foul-mouthed to all
that contradicted him, as George Fox himself.) I verily believe, the real ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 68 the wisdom of.htm

Self-Denial
... to establish our own righteousness?" And how readily do Antinomians of all kinds,
from the smooth Moravian, to the boisterous, foul-mouthed Ranter, join the cry ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 48 self-denial.htm

"Am Ia Sea, or a Whale?"
... He meets with a foul-mouthed being who can swear till all is blue, while he himself
has only dropped an oath or two, and then felt wretched. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 37 1891/am i a sea or.htm

The Abrogation of the Saybrook Platform
... Pounds worth of Goods, and set them up at Vendue; where they will generally assemble
the poor, miserable Drunkard, and the awful foul-mouthed Swearer, and the ...
/.../chapter xi the abrogation of.htm

A New Order of Priests and Levites
... Turn farther back, to John Bunyan, on the village green, with his tip-cat on the
Sabbath-day, with all a drunkard's vices and sins, and foul-mouthed in his ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 17 1871/a new order of priests.htm

The Best Strengthening Medicine
... have very easily escaped from it. I remember one who was very foul-mouthed,
and used oaths habitually. I hardly think that, for ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 37 1891/the best strengthening medicine.htm

"The Sun of Righteousness"
... Be not afraid to face the vilest blasphemer, or the most foul-mouthed infidel, for
Christ is Master, and if you bring the gospel before his enemy, he will be ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 17 1871/the sun of righteousness.htm

Acts xiv. 14, 15
... of those old hags, bawds, and the like, whom for their crimes you may see dragged
by the officers to punishment, and screaming out their foul-mouthed railings ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xxxi acts xiv 14.htm

Foul-mouthed (1 Occurrence)
Foul-mouthed. Fouledst, Foul-mouthed. Foulness . Noah Webster's Dictionary ...
Multi-Version Concordance Foul-mouthed (1 Occurrence). ...
/f/foul-mouthed.htm - 6k

Outbreaks (1 Occurrence)
... Colossians 3:8 But now you must rid yourselves of every kind of sin--angry and
passionate outbreaks, ill-will, evil speaking, foul-mouthed abuse--so that these ...
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Ill-will (2 Occurrences)
... Colossians 3:8 But now you must rid yourselves of every kind of sin--angry and
passionate outbreaks, ill-will, evil speaking, foul-mouthed abuse--so that these ...
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Foulness (1 Occurrence)

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Fouledst (1 Occurrence)

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Rid (39 Occurrences)
... Colossians 3:8 But now you must rid yourselves of every kind of sin--angry and
passionate outbreaks, ill-will, evil speaking, foul-mouthed abuse--so that these ...
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Passionate (6 Occurrences)
... Colossians 3:8 But now you must rid yourselves of every kind of sin--angry and
passionate outbreaks, ill-will, evil speaking, foul-mouthed abuse--so that these ...
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Abuse (17 Occurrences)
... Colossians 3:8 But now you must rid yourselves of every kind of sin--angry and
passionate outbreaks, ill-will, evil speaking, foul-mouthed abuse--so that these ...
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Abusive (7 Occurrences)
... Colossians 3:8 But now you must rid yourselves of every kind of sin--angry and
passionate outbreaks, ill-will, evil speaking, foul-mouthed abuse--so that these ...
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Soil (59 Occurrences)
... Colossians 3:8 But now you must rid yourselves of every kind of sin--angry and
passionate outbreaks, ill-will, evil speaking, foul-mouthed abuse--so that these ...
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