
“Principles before personalities” is one of those sayings we hear at Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. We often repeat these words together but what do these words actually mean?

Some of the principles we read about and discover through our step work include: admitting we’re powerless; owning our part in any situation; surrendering to God's will; being humble and patient; maintaining respect for all. These are important spiritual principles that are a lot easier to talk about than to put into practice, particularly with others who are "works in progress" like ourselves.

Personalities vary greatly. Some personality types fit well with the person we are and are easy for us to get along with, others provide more of a challenge. We encounter people from all walks of life with different values and beliefs. There are also those who are struggling and continue to exhibit toxic behaviours like gossip, blaming, being a control freak, playing the victim. How then do we practice putting “principles before personalities”?
Bless those who curse you. Pray for those who hurt you. We will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ. (Luke 6:28, Ephesians 4:15 NLT)

Prayer: Loving God, Only by Your work in and through me can I truly put “principles before personalities.” Thank You that Your power is made perfect in my weakness. Amen
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