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April 3 - Friends That Build You Up
APRIL 3 - Friends That Build You Up
3-Year-Bible Reading: Proverbs 13:17–18; Mark 3
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3-Year Bible Devotional Book (Year Two) Available on Amazon
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“A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing. Poverty and disgrace come to him who ignores instruction, but whoever heeds reproof is honored.” — Proverbs 13:17–18 (ESV)
“And he appointed twelve (whom he also named apostles) so that they might be with him and he might send them out to preach and have authority to cast out demons.” — Mark 3:14–15 (ESV)
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Have you noticed how much the people around you shape your life? Friends can either lift you up or drag you down. Proverbs 13:17–18 shows the difference between faithful messengers who bring healing and those who ignore wisdom and end up in trouble. In Mark 3, Jesus chose His disciples carefully—not just to follow Him, but to learn from Him, serve with Him, and share His mission.
The people closest to you influence your attitude, decisions, and even your faith. When you surround yourself with those who speak truth, encourage you, and help you grow in Christ, you become stronger. But ignoring wise voices—like parents, teachers, or friends who care about you—often leads to regret. Choosing your circle wisely and listening to God’s instruction can set the direction for your future.
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THINK ABOUT IT
1. Choose Your Circle: Who are the people in your life that bring healing, encouragement, and wisdom? Are there voices you need to stop listening to because they push you toward trouble?
2. Heed Instruction: How do you respond when someone corrects you or gives you advice? Do you ignore it, or do you see it as a chance to grow (Proverbs 13:18)?
3. Follow Jesus’ Example: Jesus picked His disciples on purpose. What would it look like for you to choose friends and mentors who point you closer to Him?
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BOTTOM LINE
The people you surround yourself with can either build your faith or break your future—choose wisely and listen to wisdom.
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PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank You for placing people in my life who care about me and point me toward You. Help me choose friends and mentors who bring healing and encouragement, and give me the humility to listen to wise advice. Teach me to surround myself with those who help me grow closer to You every day. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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By PrayerScriptsAPRIL 3 - Friends That Build You Up
3-Year-Bible Reading: Proverbs 13:17–18; Mark 3
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3-Year Bible Devotional Book (Year Two) Available on Amazon
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“A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing. Poverty and disgrace come to him who ignores instruction, but whoever heeds reproof is honored.” — Proverbs 13:17–18 (ESV)
“And he appointed twelve (whom he also named apostles) so that they might be with him and he might send them out to preach and have authority to cast out demons.” — Mark 3:14–15 (ESV)
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Have you noticed how much the people around you shape your life? Friends can either lift you up or drag you down. Proverbs 13:17–18 shows the difference between faithful messengers who bring healing and those who ignore wisdom and end up in trouble. In Mark 3, Jesus chose His disciples carefully—not just to follow Him, but to learn from Him, serve with Him, and share His mission.
The people closest to you influence your attitude, decisions, and even your faith. When you surround yourself with those who speak truth, encourage you, and help you grow in Christ, you become stronger. But ignoring wise voices—like parents, teachers, or friends who care about you—often leads to regret. Choosing your circle wisely and listening to God’s instruction can set the direction for your future.
________________________________________
THINK ABOUT IT
1. Choose Your Circle: Who are the people in your life that bring healing, encouragement, and wisdom? Are there voices you need to stop listening to because they push you toward trouble?
2. Heed Instruction: How do you respond when someone corrects you or gives you advice? Do you ignore it, or do you see it as a chance to grow (Proverbs 13:18)?
3. Follow Jesus’ Example: Jesus picked His disciples on purpose. What would it look like for you to choose friends and mentors who point you closer to Him?
________________________________________
BOTTOM LINE
The people you surround yourself with can either build your faith or break your future—choose wisely and listen to wisdom.
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PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank You for placing people in my life who care about me and point me toward You. Help me choose friends and mentors who bring healing and encouragement, and give me the humility to listen to wise advice. Teach me to surround myself with those who help me grow closer to You every day. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.