The principles we have set down are guides to progress.
- ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 60
Just as a sculptor will use different tools to achieve desired effects in creating a work of art, in Alcoholics Anonymous the Twelve Steps are used to bring about results in my own life. I do not overwhelm myself with life's problems, and how much more work needs to be done. I let myself be comforted in knowing that my life is now in the hands of my Higher Power, a master craftsman who is shaping each part of my life into a unique work of art. By working my program I can be satisfied, knowing that "in doing the best that we can for today, we are doing all that God asks of us."
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I love that I can apply the Program to my whole life! This reading reminds me how often I do feel overwhelmed by how much I need to do everyday! Does anyone else feel like this too? What do you do? Today I will try to keep this reading in mind, and I will look to hear and see what my sisters in recovery do! God speaks to me through people - all kinds of people, not just people in A.A. I will post a prayer that my sponsored share with me in the sidebar...
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