I am continuing in the book of 2nd Chronicles and noticed how often the kings rise and fall based on who they have around them and who they listen to. When the kings’ trusted advisors are the prophets, the nation prospers and the king does well. Of course, the opposite is true when the advise of the prophets is rejected.

It matters who we have around us and who we allow to speak into our lives. There is a social theory that we are the average of the five people that are closest to us. Therefore, cultivating friendships is one of the most important parts of our life.

Here is the deal. Relationships take time. They are highly inefficient. And yet they are the most important part of life.

Who do you listen to? Who is around you? Who do you spend time with?

The answer to these questions are the answer to who you are.