Is This The Best Place For Christians To Be Hanging Out?
Anonymous writes…
Hey im a young christian in a relationship with guy who is a christian also.We go to different schools and recently some of his classmates have been having house parties and inviting him along. He went to one after getting his exam results and told me about it.Said there was music, drinks, and they basically sat around talking. I wasnt too sure about the whole drink thing and he said he only had one drink but he would never have anything more.It made me feel awkward. He then told me that there would be more of the parties coming up at half term and that he’d bring me to one. I really didnt know what to say because i think i would feel really uncomfortable at it. Would it be best for me to tell him where i stand and not go? Is this the best place for christians to be hanging out? Please need some advice as i’m a bit confused i thought he would have the same views as me. What should i do ?? Thanks so much God Bless xx
His Precious Gift replies…
My precious sister,
It’s such a blessing for me to be able to share with you what our Lord says in His Word and also encourage you as you grow each day in the Lord. As I read I believe that even though you are a young Christian, you have great knowledge and a true sense of self-worth and that comes from understanding your position in Christ.
“We have been chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world that we would be holy and blameless in His sight”. Eph 1:4
When you said it made you feel awkward, do you know why? Eph 4:21-24 says ” Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from him, throw off your old sinful nature and your former way off life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes.Put on your new nature, created to be like God- truly righteous and holy”. This is our new identity in Christ Jesus. We need to put forth our best effort, keep in the Word and keep out wrong influences. We need to recognize that while we are in this world, we are not of this world. (Colossians 2:8)We are ambassadors of Jesus on the earth, powerful witnesses for the Kingdom of God. He wants people to see us living the God kind of live so that they would be drawn to Him.
I believe that when we go to these parties, (that by the way your friend is only 16 and of no legal age to drink), we get engrossed in what is happening and sometimes we feel compelled to mimic those behaviors. Don’t fall into satans lies, rebelling will not only hurt him but it will bring definite consequences if caught. Of course this is a peer pressure thing, when the desire to belong is greater than the desire to do the right thing. We need to be very careful, guard our hearts and obstain from temptations. The Holy Spirit is in charge of letting us know with a little pull on our heart that what we are doing is wrong and it will have consequences.
Share your concern with your friend, explain to him that you are not comfortable with his decision of him going back to the house parties and you WILL NOT go. Let him know what your beliefs are and that you love him and that is why you are concerned. This is the beginning of your journey don’t fall under the enemies lies. One of my favorite Scripture is Romans 12:2
“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to list and approve what God’s will is-his good, pleasing and prefect will.”
Always remember that we are here for you, we love you with the love of Christ.I will be praying for both of you, I might not have the opportunity to see you here on this earth but I will meet you in heaven, God bless you and guide you every day of you life. Always do the right thing, keep the Word of God in the center of your life and listen to your heart.
Love you Bunches,
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