Save for a few brief moments of temptation, the thought of
returning to my addiction has never returned; and at such times a great revulsion
has risen up in me. Seemingly I could not return to my addiction even if I would.
God has restored my sanity.
The word “God” was frightening to me when I 1st
saw it associated with Celebrate Recovery’s 12 steps. Having tried all means I
could to stop my addiction, I found that it was not possible for me to sustain
that desire over a period of time. Yet, how could I believe in “God” that had
allowed me to sink to the deep despair that engulfed me – whether drinking or
dry?
The answer was in finally admitting that it might be
possible for me to know the mercy of a Power greater than myself who can grant
me sobriety contingent on my willingness to “come to believe”. I finally
admitting that I was one among many, and by following the example of my sponsor
and other Celebrate Recovery members in practicing faith I did not have, my
life has been given meaning, direction and purpose.
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