Bible Verses About Boundaries

"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life."

"He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls."

"But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil."

"For every man shall bear his own burden."

"And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed."

"Make no friendship with an angry man; and with a furious man thou shalt not go: Lest thou learn his ways, and get a snare to thy soul."

"Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?"

"And I sent messengers unto them, saying, I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down: why should the work cease, whilst I leave it, and come down to you?"

"Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge."

"Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother."

What does the Bible say about boundaries?

While the word 'boundaries' does not appear in the KJV, the concept is woven throughout Scripture. God Himself set boundaries — in creation, in the law, and in relationships. Key King James Version passages include Proverbs 4:23, Proverbs 25:28, Matthew 5:37. This page collects 10 KJV verses about boundaries, each quoted in full.

Is it biblical to set boundaries?

Yes. While the word 'boundaries' doesn't appear in the KJV, the concept is thoroughly biblical. God set boundaries in creation and law, Jesus modeled boundaries in His ministry, and Proverbs teaches guarding your heart and choosing companions wisely.

Is saying no a sin?

No. Jesus Himself said no — He withdrew from crowds, declined certain requests, and focused on His mission. Matthew 5:37 encourages clear communication: 'Let your yea be yea; and your nay, nay.' Healthy boundaries honor God.