Do not even associate with a man given to angry outbursts; Or go [along] with a hot-tempered man,
Or you will learn his [undisciplined] ways And get yourself trapped [in a situation from which it is hard to escape].
How many times have you heard this about a child who has gotten himself into trouble:
“He was a good kid, but just started hanging around the wrong crowd.”
Who your kids associate with will have a great influence on how they view the world, their mindset and ultimately their actions. As parents we have to begin imparting godly wisdom and discernment to our children at an early age.
They first have to learn what is acceptable behavior and what is not, and why. Then they have to understand that there are unpleasant consequences to deciding to going down the wrong path; some consequences are immediate, others come later. Finally, they have to get in the habit of talking to you and consulting with you before they make decisions, so that the decisions they do make by themselves are in line with godly wisdom.
These things are based on the relationship you develop with your child. You want their love and respect for you to be greater than their fear of rejection from their friends. This will keep them from getting trapped into situations from which it is hard to escape.
By the way, what is your relation like with your Heavenly Father? Is your love and respect for Him greater than your fears? Or are you walking into a trap?
100 Days To A Better Life Through Proverbs 
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