Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. (Psalm 1:1-3, KJV)
The first verse of the book Psalms emphasizes the distinction between the righteous and the wicked. True believers can be distinguished by the things they do not do, the places they do not go and the company they do not keep. No person can experience God's blessing without turning from those things that are harmful or destructive. (Full Life Study Bible, Study Notes)
The challenging thing about sin is that most of the time, we enjoy the sin in which we indulge. Let's face it...we're not often tempted by broccoli, but chocolate chip cookies can cause us to stumble! That statement works metaphorically too.
Our children need to know that they are called to a higher standard. In the words of Tye Tribbett, they are to 'Stand Out'. A definite way to make sure that our children stand out is for them to turn from things (and people) that are harmful or destructive to them. God's plan is to prosper them, to give them hope and a future...not destruction.
Father, we pray that our children will be able to turn away from the things that are contrary to your plan for their life. We pray that doors are closed to places they should not go...maybe the car won't start, or the party gets canceled or their friend changes their mind; whatever it takes Lord! We're thankful that in addition to the company they keep; there are angels unaware in their midst. You call them blessed and we declare it is so. In Jesus name, Amen!!
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