The bible warns us to choose our friends wisely. We become like what we see, and we become like who we spend time with. So, are you happy with the filters you have in place? When you think about the kinds of things you say, the things you see, and the people you're with, are they pointing you in a good direction, or should you find some new filters?
In Proverbs 4:23, it says, "Above all else, guard your heart." Anytime the Bible says "above all else" you need to pay attention to what comes next. It's so true, because what you fill your heart with: the friends you have, the habits you form determines what comes out of your mouth, what you do, and ultimately, who you become. We don't want to surround ourselves with anything or anyone who would lead us astray from our God given destiny.
In the moment of leaving behind people, possessions, and relationships we hold close and dear to us may seem like the most difficult thing to do. But when you put your trust in the one who knows best, the present pain will eventually turn into the greatest gain in your life.
Prayer: Dear God, I refuse to go back to my old ways, so I ask that you send me people and resources that will keep me motivated and excited for you. Change up my circle of friends so that spiritual growth and maturity can be contagious and that we get excited together and feed off one another’s positive energy. God, please elevate my thinking and everyone I’m connected to! In the name of Jesus I pray, Amen.
Scripture Reference
1 Corinthians 5:11-12 But now I am writing to you that you must not associate with anyone who claims to be a brother or sister but is sexually immoral or greedy, an idolater or slanderer, a drunkard or swindler. Do not even eat with such people. What business is it of mine to judge those outside the church? Are you not to judge those inside?
Proverbs 12:26 “The righteous should choose his friends carefully, for the way of the wicked leads them astray.
2 Thessalonians 3:6-7 In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, we command you, brothers and sisters, to keep away from every believer who is idle and disruptive and does not live according to the teaching you received from us. For you yourselves know how you ought to follow our example. We were not idle when we were with you.
Psalm 1:1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.
Proverbs 18:24 One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.