Proverbs 14:25

A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful witness speaketh lies.

The saying about a way that seems right to a person but ends in death belongs to Proverbs 14:12, not to Proverbs 14:25, even when the two are placed together. A truthful witness delivers souls and can save lives, while a deceitful witness speaks lies. In this the verse shows the value of sincerity.

True witnessing for Christ means giving faithful testimony that leads people toward salvation. Jesus Christ Himself is the faithful and true witness and the model witness, who saves people through His testimony.