06/18/2026
Choosing Friends Wisely
âHe that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.â â Proverbs 13:20 (KJV)
The people we allow closest to us have a tremendous influence on our thoughts, attitudes, and direction. Friendships are a blessing from God, but not every relationship is meant to have the same level of access to our hearts. Some people encourage us to pray, worship, and pursue Godâs will. Others can slowly pull us away from the things that matter most.
Choosing friends wisely isnât about being unkind or believing weâre better than others. Jesus loved everyone, but He was intentional about who He allowed into His closest circle. We should love all people, yet surround ourselves with those who strengthen our faith, speak truth, and help us become who God has called us to be.
A true friend will encourage holiness, celebrate your victories, pray with you through your struggles, and lovingly tell you the truth when you need it. They wonât pressure you to compromise or make light of your walk with God.
If a friendship continually pulls you away from God, steals your peace, or causes you to become someone you donât want to be, it may be time to prayerfully reevaluate that relationship. Ask God to bring godly influences into your life and to make you the kind of friend that others are blessed by.