Peer Pressure
God has given us the spirit of truth and not of fear. He is with us and will help us in every situation.
With that said, we are not to let demons lead us into sin, nor children of the Devil, nor Satan. We must stand firm on truth and righteousness and our convictions. We are not to let people pressure us (test and tempt us) so we can gain the approvl of people over obedience to God and following Christ and truth.
Beyond Scripture showing us Satan tempting Jesus in various ways for 40 days, we read in John 12:42 – “Many of the rulers believed in Him” - in other words, they knew He was from God; they saw it – “but because of the Pharisees, they were not confessing Him for fear they would be put out of the synagogue, for they loved the approval of men rather than the approval of God.”
They were more concerned about what people thought of them than following Jesus. They turned away and didnt follow him. If you are a Christian you follow Jesus no matter what trials, temptations, or persecution comes your way.
Do not worry if people you associated with ridicule you or "put you out of" the friendship circle, out of a group or club, be faithful to God and he will bring the right friends, gf/bf, or job your way.
Remain faithful to Jesus.
We need to be in the right company (believers) and He will lead us to them at the right time. In the mean time study Scripture. Study the Essentials, study what it says about godly and righteous living. Memorize important verses and use that time wisely. When it is the right time God will bring others into your path.
God bless
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