The ODAT reading for November 6 speaks about our hesitancy to trust a Higher Power. The reading suggests that the principles embraced by the Al-Anon program as a personal discipline can do a lot for everybody willing . to embrace them. WE must look at the principles and believe that there is a source of help that is beyond our human understanding.. The quote states that gradually we all experience the miraculous results of using the 12 steps. Fortunately, are are led to believe in a power greater than ourselves, because we receive, through spiritual enlightenment the gift of faith. . We come to realize that the good changes in our lives could not have come about without God's guidance. If we admit the reality of our problems and can realistically appraise the experience of working them out we have reason for believing in a Higher. Power
. Why should we try to move mountains with our own strength alone when faith even as a grain of mustard seed can help us to accomplish what seemed impossible
Iamhere said
Nov 6, 2018
Thank you Betty for your service and the daily as well as your ESH. I know that I was fueled by self-will for a long, long while which I believe now contributed to much of my insanity in reacting to this disease. When I pause and pray before I proceed or respond, all things really are better.
I am grateful that Al-Anon gave me the freedom to find a HP of my understanding. I am grateful that my concept of an HP has evolved over time. I am grateful that I have daily reminders of God's grace in my life and the lives of those I love. I feel more freedom and serenity by setting aside my wants and will and instead just trusting in a great power and plan.
Happy Tuesday - I am very glad that it's Election Day - so, so tired of the crazy Ads. all over the TV! Off to golf in a while and continued prep. for weekend company. Make it a great day!!
Skorpi said
Nov 6, 2018
Good morning, MIP! And thank you Betty, for your service.
I love how the program works to help us develop a trusting relationship with a power greater than ourselves. My life tends to work best for me when I am able to hear the direction my HP gives me, and when I trust enough to walk in that direction, instead of the one I might have had planned for myself.
I hope you all make today great!
Lyne said
Nov 6, 2018
Thanks Betty and for all above shares. I did have a spiritual faith before program, but Alanon has changed the way I see the God of my understanding. A co-worker told me years ago he was afraid to ask for anything, as though lightening would come down from the sky and strike him. With our work in program I am encouraged to rely on HP and asking for what I need is allowed. This is a much better system for me. I don't have to have HP on the list of fears I work so hard to get rid of. I'm able to love HP, ask for help, and I do believe I receive answers and help. Amen, Lyne
PosiesandPuppies said
Nov 6, 2018
Thank you Betty, et al for all the great ESH!
I was spiritually broken when I entered here. I had given up on my HP. I am slowly reconnecting, and by doing so, I am choosing to behave in better, healthier ways with everyone the interacts with me! I am grateful! Today I awoke and thanked my HP for the opportunity to vote, to be healthy in body so that I could get to the polling place, and to support those from my MIP family that have asked to be kept in prayers.
There are many reasons why I am glad it is election day... and I will make sure my voice is heard... but I so agree with iamhere!!! I feel like if I see another ad for a proposition, or a candidate I will puke!!! LOL!
JerryF said
Nov 6, 2018
I am grateful that my Higher Power found me and is ever willing to ask my support where ever and when ever HP needs it. Of course most of the time the asking is from the other direction because I am the one in need of Higher Power. My morning prayer? Place me where you want me and tell me what to do. Mahalo MIP family. ((((hugs))))
mamalioness said
Nov 7, 2018
thank you Betty...as a "used to be Agnostic" and still not completely convinced, I am more open..more willing..more honest about my fears, and with my history, TRUST is very very hard for me to do...i have to see the evidence..the demonstration that I CAN trust, and yea, I am open...willing...I would love to believe that there is something greater than me caring for me...sometimes i do see it, but lots of times i do not....so i just do my best...be open...be reachable, teachable, let the rest go...stop resisting and /or forcing...if outcome is not in my power??? I walk away...permanently or just a stepping back, detaching, but definitely not getting into the arena to do battle..........I do believe that there is something within me...a part of the universe that resides within me...no gender..no name...just a "source" of all good energies...I see it in me when i do something out of love and not manipulation...I see it again in me when i take responsibility for my wrongs, and accept them and make amends for them with a sincere heart...
The quote states that gradually we all experience the miraculous results of using the 12 steps. Fortunately, are are led to believe in a power greater than ourselves, because we receive, through spiritual enlightenment the gift of faith. . We come to realize that the good changes in our lives could not have come about without God's guidance. If we admit the reality of our problems and can realistically appraise the experience of working them out we have reason for believing in a Higher. Power
I am grateful that Al-Anon gave me the freedom to find a HP of my understanding. I am grateful that my concept of an HP has evolved over time. I am grateful that I have daily reminders of God's grace in my life and the lives of those I love. I feel more freedom and serenity by setting aside my wants and will and instead just trusting in a great power and plan.
Happy Tuesday - I am very glad that it's Election Day - so, so tired of the crazy Ads. all over the TV! Off to golf in a while and continued prep. for weekend company. Make it a great day!!
I love how the program works to help us develop a trusting relationship with a power greater than ourselves. My life tends to work best for me when I am able to hear the direction my HP gives me, and when I trust enough to walk in that direction, instead of the one I might have had planned for myself.
I hope you all make today great!
I was spiritually broken when I entered here. I had given up on my HP. I am slowly reconnecting, and by doing so, I am choosing to behave in better, healthier ways with everyone the interacts with me! I am grateful! Today I awoke and thanked my HP for the opportunity to vote, to be healthy in body so that I could get to the polling place, and to support those from my MIP family that have asked to be kept in prayers.
There are many reasons why I am glad it is election day... and I will make sure my voice is heard... but I so agree with iamhere!!! I feel like if I see another ad for a proposition, or a candidate I will puke!!! LOL!
I am grateful that my Higher Power found me and is ever willing to ask my support where ever and when ever HP needs it. Of course most of the time the asking is from the other direction because I am the one in need of Higher Power. My morning prayer? Place me where you want me and tell me what to do. Mahalo MIP family. ((((hugs))))
thank you Betty...as a "used to be Agnostic" and still not completely convinced, I am more open..more willing..more honest about my fears, and with my history, TRUST is very very hard for me to do...i have to see the evidence..the demonstration that I CAN trust, and yea, I am open...willing...I would love to believe that there is something greater than me caring for me...sometimes i do see it, but lots of times i do not....so i just do my best...be open...be reachable, teachable, let the rest go...stop resisting and /or forcing...if outcome is not in my power??? I walk away...permanently or just a stepping back, detaching, but definitely not getting into the arena to do battle..........I do believe that there is something within me...a part of the universe that resides within me...no gender..no name...just a "source" of all good energies...I see it in me when i do something out of love and not manipulation...I see it again in me when i take responsibility for my wrongs, and accept them and make amends for them with a sincere heart...