【双语灵修】如何正确选择朋友WHAT’S THE RIGHT CHOICE OF FRIENDS?

箴言 13:20 3月10日

与智慧人同行的必得智慧，和愚昧人做伴的必受亏损。

如何正确选择朋友

“与智慧人同行的必得智慧；和愚昧人做伴的必受亏损。” -箴 13:20

我很感恩知道选择好朋友和好伙伴的重要性。过去的经历以及导师们的智慧让我明白，我们与之相处的人会很大程度上塑造我们的品格，以及影响我们的终局。

在我年少时，我常常倾向于那些与我有相同喜好的朋友，虽然大家的价值观不尽相同。反观，我记得有一位同事，他总是鼓励我去追求卓越和正直。他坚定不移的支持，以及正向的影响，激励我设立更高的目标，更忠诚地生活。这让我清楚地认识到，身边围绕着能提升和激励自己的人是多么重要。

《箴言》13章20节强调谨慎选择同伴所蕴含的智慧。与智慧人同行，不仅能传授知识，还能培养一个符合神旨意的生命。相反地，与那些拒绝属神智慧的人（“愚昧人”）为伴，可导致有害的后果。

选择正确的朋友是指寻找展现出诸如诚实、善良和忠诚品质的人。这些关系能够促进属灵生命的成长，并且在遭遇挑战的时刻提供支持。培养那种能反

映神之爱与真理的友谊，至关重要，这能帮助我们成长为神期望我们成为的那种人。

祷告

主啊，求祢引导我们去寻求那些能激励、鼓舞我们为祢忠心而活的关系，保护我们免受有害关系的影响，帮助我们活出你的爱与智慧。奉耶稣的名，阿们。

WHAT’S THE RIGHT CHOICE OF FRIENDS?

"Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm." - Proverbs 13:20

I’m thankful to have realized the value of choosing good friends and company. Past experiences and wisdom from mentors have shown me that the people we spend time with can shape our character and outcome in significant ways.

In my younger days I often gravitated toward friends who had interests like mine—but not always the same values. In contrast, I remember a colleague who constantly encouraged me to pursue excellence and integrity. His unwavering support and positive influence spurred me to aim higher and live more faithfully. This clarified for me the importance of surrounding myself with people who uplift and inspire.

Proverbs 13:20 underscores the wisdom in choosing our companions carefully. Walking with the wise not only imparts knowledge but also fosters a life aligned with God’s principles. Conversely, keeping company with people who reject godly wisdom (“fools”) can lead to damaging consequences.

Choosing the right friends means seeking out people who exhibit qualities such as honesty, kindness, and faithfulness. These relationships can encourage spiritual growth and provide support during challenging times. It’s essential to cultivate friendships that reflect God’s love and truth, helping us grow into the people he intends us to be.

Lord, guide us to seek relationships that inspire and encourage us to live faithfully for you. Protect us from harmful influences. Help us to reflect your love and wisdom. In Jesus, Amen.