What Influences You?
Read 2 Corinthians 11:30
Today’s Truth
Paul was frustrated with the Corinthian church because they allowed foolishness to deceive them. Flashy, self-proclaimed apostles preached a gospel inconsistent with the truth they originally believed. It played out in the following ways…
- Fools look to move up the ladder, becoming anyone and saying anything to get ahead. Wise people are faithful with the opportunities God gives them, and they put others first (2 Corinthians 11:7-15).
- Fools boast about their achievements (2 Corinthians 11:17-18). The wise know to boast in the Lord (2 Corinthians 11:30-31).
- Listening to foolish influences carries harmful consequences, but listening to wise people makes us wise (Proverbs 13:20).
Discussion Questions
- Who/what influences you the most? Based on the three criteria above, are those influences wise or foolish?
- If necessary, what is one way you can begin to change who/what influences you today?
- What is one situation you need to ask God for wisdom about? "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you" (James 1:5).
Application
In a world so full of opinions, the Bible will always be our rudder of truth and wisdom.
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