PROVERBS 12:26
My friends are a huge part of my life. Some of my friends who are Christians have pushed me forward in life and have helped me grow in my relationship with Christ. They have kept me accountable by asking me the hard questions and by being there to remind me when I am getting it wrong. I have also had friends that have influenced me in some bad ways. With them, I have chosen to do things that I know are wrong, and when I am with them I become someone different than who I want to be. Have you ever thought about what a powerful influence the people around you have in your life? Whether we realize it or not, our friends push us to change, for the better or for the worse. They can encourage us or tear us down. What type of friends do you have? Are they bringing you closer to Christ or distracting you from Him? What kind of person are you becoming because of your friends?
Bekah Henderson, 17, Oconee County Christian Academy, Seneca, SC
Lord, give me the wisdom—and the strength—
to choose friends who will bring me closer to You.