Is peer pressure a good thing or a bad thing? It can be both depending on the situation. If you feel pressured to do something that you know is right, then it is a good thing. But, if you feel pressured to do something that you know is wrong, then it is a bad thing.
So, what can we do when we are faced with pressure in a bad situation?
First, we should pray for God to show us the way out. (1 Corinthians 10:13...And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.) It is hard because we want to be accepted by each other and we don't want others to think we are weird, but inside we want to do what is right.
Second, we can change the subject or challenge the other people to do what is right. (Hebrew 10:38-But my righteous one will live by faith. And if he shrinks back, I will not be plased with him. (1 Peter 3:15 Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness ad respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.)
Third, we can walk away. We should ask ourselves if these are really a good friend if they are asking us to do something that is not right or maybe they just don't know that it is not right. Don't judge, but don't sin either.
That was awsome it is true there is a good peer preasure and a bad one. Great article!
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