God Blesses Those Who Choose Wise Company
Blessed
is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the
way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose
delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on His law day and
night. — Psalm 1:1-2
Who
is your oldest, long-term friend? Is this someone who has been in your
life since childhood? While your neighborhood determined many of your
friends in your younger years, this changes as you grow up and move on
in life. Some newer acquaintances probably have developed into life-long
friendships.
Many
of us can probably attest to at least one or two unwise friendships
we’ve had in our lives. We can recognize the quality of a friendship by
the “fruit” it bears in our lives. Prayer is a good resource to use when
choosing positive friendships.
We
can pray to avoid close friendships with the “wicked,” the “sinners,”
and the “mockers” as the psalmist suggests, while also praying that we
will be positive witnesses to the non-Christians in our sphere of
influence.
“Meditat[ing]
on [God’s] law day and night” is another good resource for developing
good friendships. It helps us avoid the temptation to follow the wrong
crowd.
God’s Promise to me- I bless those who do My will.
- I can help you choose close relationships wisely.
My Prayer to God
I
know, Lord, that you want me to delight in doing your will, and that’s
what I want more than anything. Help me choose positive relationships
and build good Christian friendships that will support me in my faith.
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Your Turn
Do
your friends edify God? Or mock Christianity, believers, and even you?
Do you have a close circle of friends who have a deep, personal
relationship with Jesus? Take stock of with whom you are spending time
and ask the Lord to show you what people you need to pursue for
friendship. Join the conversation on our blog! We would love to hear from you! ~ Devotionals Daily
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