CHOOSING FRIENDS

It is common for the youth to have a desire to fit in, and be reconized by their peer group. The youth's tendency is the pursuit of companionship, independence and the making of group of friends where in one spends of his time. Making friends does not go against God's will but He warns us about being careful in choices one makes about friendship. In one's passion for companionship God give us guidance when choosing a kind of person to spend time with. Its written in God's book to avoid the passions of youth,and strive for righteousness, love and peace, together with those who have a pure heart call out for the Lord to help. (II Tim. 2:22).

There is an example written in the Bible of a servant of God who set a requirement when choosing one who he would count in his circle of friends. King David said "I am a friend of all who serve you, of all who obey your laws."(Ps.119:63). So we should be like King David, let us associate with those who want to obey God's laws. The Bible teaches us the best way to be a friend to others, it says "I have not kept the news of salvation to myself; I have always spoken of your faithfullness and help. In the assembly of all Your people I have not been silent about your loyalty and constant love" (Ps. 40:10)