Meditations on "Recovery"

Coming to terms with our lifestyle in addiction requires us to admit that we have zero self-control where our dependencies are involved.

When we admitted that our lives had become unmanageable, many of us entered into detox and then treatment programs where we found support Each day we grew stronger.

Becoming strong and steady in our recovery requires that we keep on listening to and learning from God's Word and from the experience, strength, and hope of others.

Few people are more aware of their need for God’s help to restore them to sanity than recovering addicts.

Just for today I will seek to serve others with kindness, doing what is right, and walking humbly with God.

Of all the four seasons of the year, spring seems to describe our new life in recovery the best.

At various times in recovery, especially early on, we feel vulnerable.

God’s Word often speaks about our enemies, and these are the “enemies of our soul.

We did not have a good reputation when we were living in addiction.

Whether in Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous, Tradition Three highlights that the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking or using.

Most people long for peace of mind and heart. Life with God in recovery provides many tools which help satisfy this deep longing within us.

What we think about has a powerful impact on what we do.