Depending on the validity of the information from outside. YES if the information is valid and evidence based or NO if merely opinions without evidence based information.

I know from my personal experience that the opinions of others matter in my research and decision making. I will actively seek out the opinions of others in the appropriate field(s) I am researching when I see a potential issue or solution. But then I must also evaluate the responses I get as to whether they are based on factual determinations or on dogmatic grounds. Opinions based on factual grounds are very worthwhile in assisting my making a decision while responses based on a dogmatic position are meaningless.

My current research is yielding far more dogmatic responses that it cannot be right than the few that bother to look at the facts and proclaim that I am suggesting an interesting new way to consider the historic evidence in light of new discoveries.

Marharyta Ratushniak , William Mayor , Terri Purvis

This means that listening to the right people—those with wisdom, experience, and faith—can help us make better choices.

Avoiding Negative Influence

While counsel is valuable, the Bible warns against following the wrong voices: 🔹 "Do not be misled: ‘Bad company corrupts good character.’" — 1 Corinthians 15:33 🔹 "Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take." — Psalm 1:1

This reminds us to be careful not to let peer pressure or ungodly advice lead us astray.

Trusting in God Above All

Ultimately, while human advice can be helpful, our final trust should be in God’s wisdom: 🔹 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." — Proverbs 3:5-6

So, while we should consider the opinions of others, we must weigh them against God’s Word and seek His guidance in prayer.