Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers,  ~ Psalms 1:1  (Similar to physical prisons these things shadow spiritual prisons) Point 1:  Friend’s influence  Thoughts and Opinions Attitude and actions Language Verse(s):   Proverbs 12:26 - The godly give good advice to their friends; the wicked lead them astray.  Point 2:  Choosing right friend is just as important as not choosing the wrong friend. Support Motivation Stretch You Verse(s): Proverbs 27:17 - Iron sharpens Iron, so one person sharpens another Proverbs 17:17 – A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need Proverbs 17:56 - An open rebuke is better than hidden love! Wounds from a sincere friend are better than many kisses from an enemy.  Point 3:  How to choose friends wisely? Pray to God Jesus is the model Holy Spirit helps you discern Verse(s):   Proverbs 22:24-25 – Don’t befriend angry people or associate with hot-tempered people, or you will learn to be like them and endanger your soul.  Main Conclusion:  Wrong friends will lead you into trouble and in the end either can’t or won’t help you get out of it.  In the end Keep your freedom from spiritual prison:  CONFESS, ASK FORGIVENESS, and REPENT  Princess Pen  Blog Reference: Friends Are a Pathway For more information on the show and host, please visit www.kingdomprincesspen.comThank you for listening.