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Posted by Dion Todd July 1st, 2025 718 Views 18 Comments

Blessed is the man who doesn't walk in the counsel of the wicked, Nor stand in the way of sinners, Nor sit in the seat of scoffers; But his delight is in Yahweh's law; On his law he meditates day and night. He will be like a tree planted by the streams of water, That brings forth its fruit in its season, Whose leaf also does not wither. Whatever he does shall prosper. Psalms 1:1–3 WEB.

Though it didn't start that way or show itself immediately, we slowly became more like them. First, standing around talking, then sitting and listening to cynical, bitter gossip at church. Before long, I felt just like they did, and I began to hear it in my speech. I'm not sure why I didn't see all this negativity before! How could I have missed it? It was very subtle and crept in like poison. Finally, we got a grip on it, moved away from that side of the church, and our life was better.

The walking, standing, and sitting in this verse are progressive. A gradual slowing in the speed of your walk. In 1 Corinthians 15:33, Paul wrote, "Do not be deceived: Bad company corrupts good character." While it's certainly true outside of the church, we found that it can be pretty bad inside the church as well. The fruit of the Spirit is: "Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control" (Galatians 5:21–23). Some of that fruit was apparently missing in our lives and the people we were sitting by.

The company you keep will affect your outlook on life. They can bring out the best in you or the worst. They can inspire you or depress you. Many people are happy where they are spiritually and will not want you to grow either. So don't hang out with bad company, for they will eventually bring you down to their level.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank You and pray that You give me the right friends. Please help me be aware of my surroundings and the bad influences in my life. I want to grow in Your likeness. So please give me the grace and strength to make the right decisions. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

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Post from Schalk de Beer

Schalk de Beer commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

13 minutes ago


Yes my Lord and Father, I pray this in Jesus's name, amen ✝️🛐




Post from Elena Vasquez

Elena Vasquez commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

23 minutes ago


Amen




Post from Bill Digiglio

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1 hour ago


Good morning everyone miles says God bless you all 🙏🙏🙏

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Comment from Lynn Brown

34 minutes ago

Miles is adorable! Look at that smile. 😄


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Comment from Debi Burton

44 minutes ago

Awwww very Adorable ☺️



Post from Sylvia Todd

Sylvia Todd commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

1 hour ago


Good morning, y'all, welcome to July 😎! Praying you all stay cool and have a most blessed day! 🤗🙏💛



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Comment from Lynn Brown

35 minutes ago

Happy July RHM family!🌞🏊‍♀️


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Comment from Debi Burton

41 minutes ago

Good Morning 🌞 Stay cool too and be blessed too 😉


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Comment from Dion Todd

1 hour ago

July is the bestest month... 🤩


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36 minutes ago

Your birthday month!🎂



Post from Lynn Brown

Lynn Brown commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

36 minutes ago


This I pray, Father! Please surround me with the right people. Let my thoughts, words and actions be pleasing to You, Amen!




Post from Debi Burton

Debi Burton commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

46 minutes ago


Heavenly Father, I thank You and pray that You give me the right friends. Please help me be aware of my surroundings and the bad influences in my life. I want to grow in Your likeness. So please give me the grace and strength to make the right decisions. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! ❤️🤟🏻




Post from Richard A Smith

Richard A Smith commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

7 hours ago


Happy July and Amen!



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Comment from Sylvia Todd

1 hour ago

Happy July, Richard 🌞!



Post from Theresa Bright

Theresa Bright commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

1 hour ago


Amen 🙏🏻




Post from Deborah Blackshear

Deborah Blackshear commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

2 hours ago


Bad Company. God help me to choose wisely with Your Help.




Post from Greg Hall

Greg Hall commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

2 hours ago


Amen Father. Please give me the strength to be aware of certain situations and to make the right decisions.




Post from Narciso Salas

Narciso Salas commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

2 hours ago


Amen




Post from Mark Williams

Mark Williams commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

3 hours ago


Heavenly Father, I thank You and pray that You give me the right friends. Please help me be aware of my surroundings and the bad influences in my life. I want to grow in Your likeness. So please give me the grace and strength to make the right decisions. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!




Post from Wanda Pennington

Wanda Pennington commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

3 hours ago


Heavenly Father, I thank You and pray that You give me the right friends. Please help me be aware of my surroundings and the bad influences in my life. I want to grow in Your likeness. So please give me the grace and strength to make the right decisions. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!




Post from Celeste Strenn

Celeste Strenn commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

3 hours ago


Amen❣️




Post from Brenda F

Brenda F commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

3 hours ago


Amen




Post from Kay Collinsworth

Kay Collinsworth commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

6 hours ago


Amen




Post from Dana Rozell

Dana Rozell commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Bad Company

6 hours ago


Amen!





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