I am struck about the importance of picking good friends. Proverbs 13:20 "He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm." I also like, Proverbs 27:9 "Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of one's friend springs from his earnest counsel."
I encourage you to look at both of these proverbs as the received from two perspectives. First, look for friends walking with God and committed to growing in their obedience to Him. The wise are those seeking to live in God's will - the obedient. Be around people who will give you counsel of how best to walk in God's way. Choose friends who will tell you what you need to hear - truth, whether it is pleasant or not - these are true friends.
Secondly, consider whether you are a friend that a person who heeds these proverbs would seek out. Speak the truth in love. Live in God's ways. Then, you will attract like-minded people.
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