Meditations on ""

D In early recovery our positive expectations for a life free from crippling dependencies is huge.

For most of us who have come from an unmanageable lifestyle and have chosen a recovery program with community gatherings, the change in our environment is intimidating.

T When we are faced with a recurring problem, we often just want it to be over and done with.

A humble person is grounded in a realistic view of who they are.

In recovery, as well as in addiction, one can have a victim mentality.

All of humankind’s sin – from the beginning of time to the end of time – was laid on Jesus and not even the weight of that could hold him down.

As we seek to live in recovery and face our troubles and challenges, it's easy to become discouraged and feel sorry for ourselves when things appear not to be fair.

What does Jesus death have to do with us? Well, maybe nothing and maybe everything – the choice is ours.

When we turned our will and life over to God many of us had hope for a quick turnaround in our lives.

Let me tell you why you are here. You’re here to be salt-seasoning that brings out the God-flavors of this earth.

My life is of great beauty and infinite value. God has a plan for my life that is meaningful, purposeful, and joyful.

If we are determined to do our own thing, God will allow us to make bad choices.