It's In The Book
Saturday November 9, 2019
Members of Alcoholics Anonymous are encouraged to regularly read "The Big Book" which gives a helpful foundation for living sober. Some have suggested that the book got its name because of its size and content (over 400 pages long). It is a bestselling book and has had a powerful influence on many who have taken the time to read it and apply its principles in their daily living. Its content is based on the bestselling book of all time – another big book, The Holy Bible.
Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.” How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word. I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. (Matthew 4:4; Psalm 119:9, 11 NIV)
Even more than Bill and Dr. Bob wanted to help individuals recover from the chaos of their alcoholism, God desires for us to have a life of purpose and live well with Him and with others. We do well when we consult God's book, the ultimate Big Book, get to know what is in it, and follow what God says works.
…When you received the word of God, which you heard from us, you accepted it not as a human word, but as it actually is, the word of God, which is indeed at work in you who believe. The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God endures forever. (1 Thessalonians 2:13, Isaiah 40:8 NIV)
The Big Book of AA shares stories of alcoholics and their recovery as well as teaching principles for us to put into practice in our daily lives. The Bible tells the story of God's creation and His plan for restoration of our relationship with Him after things went wrong. It tells of Jesus coming to earth to show the extravagant love of God for us. It tells of how Jesus, who knew no sin, humbled Himself to die on a cross for our sins so we could be right with God regardless of how long we have stumbled in addiction and brokenness. Let’s take time today to read and learn and put the truth of God’s word into practice.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth contained in The Bible and its application in The Big Book of AA. Help me to read and learn and put Your principles for life into practice in all my affairs today and every day. Amen
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