There have been many challenges that I have faced in being a Christian. One of the most difficult was the change in the beginning of my walk with the Lord Jesus. I struggled with what was written in *2 Corinthians 6:17 So, come out from among [unbelievers], and separate (sever) yourselves from them…* This was not something that was easy for me because that is where I found my fun, and yet I struggled because I truly desired to be blessed by God. After a short time I took to heart what is written in *Psalms 1:1 Blessed (happy, fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God) is the man who walks and lives not in the counsel of the wicked and ungodly [following their advice, their plans and purposes], nor stands [submissive and inactive] in the path where sinners walk, nor sits down [to relax and rest] where the scornful [the mockers and ridiculers] gather.* I found it difficult to make godly choices when I was surrounded with ungodly people. I had searched for “my people” all of my life, for those that would genuinely care for me. I wanted people in my life that would value me and encourage me. I learned quickly that my people were not of this world but the saints who I came to know through the Lord Jesus. I have been blessed to find like-minded individuals with similar interests who were willing to not only pray for me through some of the most challenging times of my life, but sit with me in the dark, in silence, so I wouldn’t feel alone in my pain and suffering. Wisdom is knowing who to spend time with that brings you closer to Jesus and courage is not spending time with those that draw you farther away. I learned that when you come to Jesus, you find out quickly that the people who were “your people” aren’t your people anymore. Real Christians bear the characteristics, attributes, virtue, and godliness of authentic faith. My beloved, choose “your people” wisely, because it will affect every aspect of your life and possibly your eternity.