1. Scripture to Read

“Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.” – Proverbs 13:20

2. Things to Remember

1. The people closest to your child will help shape the person they become.
2. You cannot choose every friendship for your child, but you can ask God to surround them with people who bring out what is good in them.

3. Prayers to Pray

1. God, give them good friends. Surround them with people who are kind, trustworthy, wise, and encouraging.
2. God, help them be a good friend. Teach them loyalty, compassion, honesty, forgiveness, and generosity.
3. God, give them courage in unhealthy friendships. Help them recognize relationships that pull them away from who You are calling them to become.