Recently, a group of friends and I were reflecting on our junior high school years. Rick shared how grateful he was that he met up with our friend group back then.  

Before meeting our group, Rick primarily talked with Mike, one of the wildest kids in our class. Had Rick continued hanging out with Mike’s group, Rick’s life might have taken a much different turn, as Mike wound up in prison. 

My father-in-law used to tell me, “If you fly with the crows, you will likely become a crow.” 

Proverbs 13:20 teaches, “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.” 

Be careful from whom you seek counsel and spend your time. Your personal life and career may depend on it.