12 Steps with Jesus – Draft Articles

Step 2: (Hope) — “Showing Up with Empty Hands” (Part 1 – We Came)

“Came to believe in a Power Greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity”. The Principle behind Step Two is Hope. Trust and Hope are deeply intertwined—trust is the foundation that makes hope possible. When we trust in God's character and promises, we can hope...

Crossing the Bridge: From Faith (Step 3) to Courage (Step 4)

Recovery is a journey of growth—a gradual awakening that begins when we finally tell the truth about ourselves. The first three steps—Honesty, Hope, and Faith—help us build that foundation: Step 1 – Honesty: We admitted our powerlessness and the unmanageability of...

Working the Steps: The 12 Errors We Can Make Series (11 & 12)

In this series, we’ll look at twelve common false beliefs and assumptions—two at a time—that have derailed many people in recovery. Some even come from sincere efforts to do things God’s way. The first step to avoiding these pitfalls is simply becoming aware of them....

Working the Steps: The 12 Errors We Can Make Series (9 & 10)

In this series, we’ll look at twelve common false beliefs and assumptions—two at a time—that have derailed many people in recovery. Some even come from sincere efforts to do things God’s way. The first step to avoiding these pitfalls is simply becoming aware of them....