Friends

From: Upper Room Devotionals

1 Corinthians 15:33 "Do not be misled: Bad company corrupts good character."

We stress to our children the importance of choosing godly friends who are willing to share in their joys as well as in their struggles. We want them to have steadfast friends -- people they know they can count on, no matter what happens.

It is important for all of us to choose friends who uplift and encourage us. However, we also need friends who will tell us when we stray from God's ways and lovingly guide us back to the right path.

We have no friend greater than Christ. However, God also places godly people in our path to befriend us. We can be thankful for them and their influence on our lives. In turn, it is also our privilege as followers of Christ to be that same kind of friend to others.