Fellowship of Freedom
If only men were granted absolute liberty, and were compelled to obey no one, they would then voluntarily associate themselves in the common interest. – AS BILL SEES IT, p. 50.
When I no longer live under the dictates of another or of alcohol, I live in a new freedom. When I release the past and all the excess baggage I have carried for so very long, I come to know freedom. I have been introduced into a life and a fellowship of freedom. The Steps are a “recommended” way of finding a new life, there are no commands or dictates in A.A. I am free to serve from desire rather than decree. There is the understanding that I will benefit from the growth of other members and I take what I learn and bring it back to the group. The “common welfare” finds room to grow in the society of personal freedom. – Daily Reflection. © 1990. Alcoholics Anonymous World Services.
Reflection genesis:
Tradition Two.
AA. Twelve Traditions.
For our group purpose there is one ultimate authority – a loving God as He may express Himself in our group conscience. Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern.
Discussion:
One Ultimate Authority
Responsibility
Being God
Discuss no need to fix
Choices v Told
Freedom to choose
Dominance v Subservience
Getting along with others
Follow the Rules
Dont tell me what to do
Building character
Good Old Days
AA. Big Book.
Twelve and Twelve
Principles
Quitting drinking easy compared to dealing with the -Isms
Alcoholism > no conscience,
Sobriety > find the Higher Power
Freedom
Pharrell Williams
Peace and Joy! Pastor Michael. SpiritofPeace.us