Q. Since peer pressure is a major cause of youth trying
illegal drugs, how can one resist this influence?
A. Learning to resist pressures to do what is
wrong is an important part of being a Christian. The book of
Proverbs, specifically written as advice for young people, says,
"My son, if sinners entice you, do not consent" (Proverbs 1:10).
When we become adults, we are likewise to resist the world's
temptations to sin.
One way to resist negative peer pressure is to spend time with
people who don't tempt us to sin. Choose the right kind of friends
and associates. God says not to keep company with a drunkard (1
Corinthians 5:11). While we will undoubtedly meet and have to
interact with people who break God's laws, if we are wise, we will
spend the majority of our time with those who are also striving to
live honorable lives.