@breakfast.with.christ: Knowing God is more than just knowing about Him; it is a close, personal relationship that provides the strength to resist pressure. True strength does not come from human effort, but from a deep, personal, and relational knowledge of God. Focus on growing in your personal relationship with God through prayer and scripture. Be aware of the "flattery" or shortcuts the world offers that might lure you away from God's word. Act on your faith, even when it is difficult. Those who violate their covenant with God are corrupted by flattery, while those who truly know God find the inner strength to stand firm, resist compromise, and take bold, courageous action. God bless you