What does the Bible say about positive influence?
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The Bible teaches that believers should be a godly influence by living faithfully before others, choosing wise companionship, speaking with grace, and pointing people to Christ. Jesus calls His disciples the salt of the earth in Matthew 5:13 and sends them to make disciples in Matthew 28:19. 1 Timothy 4:12 urges even the young to set an example in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity. Proverbs 13:20 and 1 Corinthians 15:33 warn that influence also works against us through foolish or corrupt company. God’s Word, taught diligently in Deuteronomy 6:6-7, forms wise, discerning people who fear the Lord and bless their neighbors.
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- 1 Timothy 4:12
Let no man despise your youth; but be an example to those who believe, in word, in your way of life, in love, in spirit, in faith, and in purity.
- Proverbs 13:20
One who walks with wise men grows wise, But a companion of fools suffers harm.
- Matthew 5:13
"You are the salt of the earth, but if the salt has lost its flavor, with what will it be salted? It is then good for nothing, but to be cast out and trodden under the feet of men.
- 1 Corinthians 15:33
Don't be deceived! "Evil companionships corrupt good morals."
- Deuteronomy 6:6-7
[6] These words, which I command you this day, shall be on your heart; [7] and you shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise up.
- John 7:24
Don't judge according to appearance, but judge righteous judgment."
- Matthew 28:19
Therefore go, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,
- Psalms 111:10
The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of wisdom. All those who do his work have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!
- Psalms 34:4
I sought Yahweh, and he answered me, And delivered me from all my fears.
- James 1:19
So, then, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger;
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