Trusted Servants And Ultimate Authority
As we hear Tradition 2 read in each AA meeting, we are reminded that, “For our group purpose there is but 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.” Whether we are those who jump in and try to get our own way in a situation or those who step back because we feel inferior to others, this principle invites all of us to share and do our part in the group.
God’s plan has always been for us to live in relationship with Him, loving Him with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and then loving our neighbour as ourselves. This love recognizes the gifts that God gives each person and our need for one another, so we can be complete. Nothing seems less perfect than a jigsaw puzzle of a beautiful scene missing a few pieces when it is put together. We need to enjoy one another and do our part in what we have planned together.
I realize how kind God has been to me, and so I tell each of you not to think you are better than you really are. Use good sense and measure yourself by the amount of faith that God has given you. A body is made up of many parts, and each of them has its own use. That’s how it is with us. There are many of us, but we each are part of the body of Christ, as well as part of one another. (Romans 12:3-5 CEV)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, You have called us to serve You and one another in love. Thank You for the many different gifts each of us has been given. Help me to humbly offer my service to others with the gifts You have given me and welcome the gifts and service others bring. Together may we give full expression of all You have planned for us to do. Amen
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