Meditations on "Recovery"

Steadily moving forward in recovery is not easy. As we awaken out of the haze of years in addiction our minds are often filled with memories of things done to us and things we have done to others.

Throughout the Twelve Steps we are brought face to face with the reality that we have struggled and fallen short in the way we have lived before God, others, and ourselves.

At most recovery meetings there are lots of handshakes and hugs and "chips" or "fobs" to honour clean time.

“I am a walking miracle” is a slogan we often hear said in recovery meetings.

Broken relationships are a significant issue in most relapses back into active addiction.

Everyday life has its challenges, but each day is also filled with many simple pleasures that often go unappreciated.

The Bible makes it clear that God detests lying. In our addiction, most of the time, we did not speak the truth.

My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.

Rarely have we seen a person fail who has thoroughly followed our path .

Our pride often keeps us from asking for what we need.

Those who make steady progress in recovery are those who remain focused and give careful attention each day to what works.

What do “people, places, and things” have to do with living well with God in recovery today?