“Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.” —Proverbs 13:20 NIV
who we choose to
“Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.” —Proverbs 13:20 NIV
who we choose to be around impacts: 1.
“So follow the steps of the good, and stay on the paths of the righteous.” —Proverbs 2:20 NLT
“The godly give good advice to their friend; the wicked lead them astray.” —Proverbs 12:26 NLT
“All the believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, an to fellowship, and to sharing in meals (including the Lord’s Supper), and to prayer.
A deep sense of awe came over them all, and the apostles performed many miraculous signs and wonders. And all the believers met together in one place and shared everything they had.
They sold their property and possessions and shared the money with those in need. They worshiped together at the Temple each day, met in homes for the Lord’s Supper, shared their meals with great joy and generosity– all the while praising God and enjoying the goodwill of the all the people.And each day the Lord added to their fellowship those who were being saved.” —Acts 2:42-47 NLT
“Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of His return is drawing near.” —Hebrews 10:24-25 NLT
“Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.” —1 Corinthians 11:1 NIV
Discussion Questions
For better or for worse, who we choose to be around has a profound impact on who we become. How have you seen this play out in your own life?
Read Proverbs 13:20. What are some initial thoughts that come to your mind? What are some of the ramifications of this being true in your own life?
We also stated that who we choose to be around impacts what we expereince. “A companion of fools suffers harm.” How have you seen this play out in your own life? Have you witnessed how bfriending foolish people has brought harm into your life? Perhpas you’ve inflicted harm on others through foolishness of your own?
If who we choose to be around impacts who we become, what does that mean regarding the importance of surrounding yourself with other followers of Jesus? Especially those more mature in their faith than you may be currently?
Read Hebrews 10:24-25. Why is meeting together as followers of Jesus so important?
The wisdom from Proverbs 13:20 is to choose to be around what you want to become. What steps can you take to implement that wisdom in your life presently?