1 Kings 12:8-9 MSG

[8-9] But he rejected the counsel of the elders and asked the young men he'd grown up with who were now currying his favor, "What do you think? What should I say to these people who are saying, 'Give us a break from your father's harsh ways---lighten up on us'?"

- do you have elders placed o we your life?

- Who are the people you are most influenced by?

- Your relationships can make or break your destiny

- Do you find it difficult to listen to advice

- Are you surrounded by yes men