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Some say, “Show me your friends and I’ll tell you who you are.”

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It’s simple and true. Who we hang out with is a big deal, whether we’re collier homme argent luxe apples or people.

King Solomon also explained, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” (Proverbs 9:10) These proverbs nailed both the importance of choosing wise friends and the wisdom of hanging tight with the Lord.

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Living a life of integrity doesn’t happen on its own for any of us.

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Let’s Pray

Dear Lord, Please purify my heart. coque huawei coque samsung coque iphone Help me to make wise choices about the people in my life. coque huawei coque huawei Show me if there are any rotten apples I need to distance myself from and give me courage to do hard things for right reasons.

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How did this message resonate with you today Is there something God is calling you to do in response Is there a relationship that needs to end or a conversation that needs to happen Tell me about it in a direct message on Instagram.

Spend some time in prayer about this.

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