Halfway Is Better Than Half Measures
Thursday April 16, 2020
Although we know that "half measures avail us nothing," it's also wonderful to have the promise that, "If we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before we are halfway through.". (Big Book, pg 83-84)
We are not required to live a perfect life, just to make a sincere effort. As we do, we will experience the promise. While it is true that these promises are fulfilled among us, sometimes quickly and sometimes slowly, it is the experience, strength, and hope of others that reassures us and gives us hope when the going gets tough.
This is the reason we do not give up. Our human body is wearing out. But our spirits are getting stronger every day. The little troubles we suffer now for a short time are making us ready for the great things God is going to give us forever. We do not look at the things that can be seen. We look at the things that cannot be seen. The things that can be seen will come to an end. But the things that cannot be seen will last forever. (2 Corinthians 4:16-18 NLV)
The important changes within us take place deep in our soul where we are unable to see them. Our part is to consciously give ourselves over to the care of God and follow the principles that have worked for so many who have walked this path before us. It’s only as time passes that we notice things are changing in ways that amaze us. We find a peace and stability we never knew before. Solutions to problems present themselves. We become more and more conscious of God being with us and supporting us each step of the way.
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. (Deuteronomy 31:6 NIV)
Thankfully we don’t have to wait until we’ve completed Step 12 to experience these wonderful gifts. Most of the time, when we commit to doing the next right thing, we will notice that change has already taken place.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I’m so grateful that You are with me today, working change in the deep places of my soul as I follow Your ways with all my heart. Please help me to always live in hope and bravely do the next right thing in each situation I encounter. Amen
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