Time for Prayer: Prayer & Meditation
“I’m not where I need to be, but at least I’m not where I used to be.” ~Joyce Meyer
Addiction is a spiritual illness that disconnects a person from self, loved ones, and God.* SAM’s goal is to help you RE-CONNECT. A simple way to re-connect with God is with a prayer. Through prayer you can give thanks to God for where you are today in your recovery. Prayer is not about dwelling on past mistakes or regrets; it’s not about where you used to be; it’s about renewing your passion for life TODAY! So maybe you are ten years sober: give thanks! Maybe you are just beginning this journey of sobriety: give thanks! Maybe you are the mother of an addict or the sister of an alcoholic who has begun recovery: give thanks! Wherever and who ever you are on this journey of renewal: give thanks!
Be joyful always; pray continually; Give thanks in ALL circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Jesus Christ. ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
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A DAILY MEDITATION FROM AA-MEETINGS.COM:
“Magic Microwave”
Why is this a process and not an event?
Where’s that microwave recovery I crave?
Break out that wand, sing a magic chant,
say the prayer so that my soul is saved.
If I read the book will it teach me the tricks
so I can fool all my loved ones once more?
Can I get one of you guys to say that I’m cured
so they’ll let back into their door?
What if I throw a few bucks in the basket
will that buy me the peace that I need?
What do you mean, “I’ve got to surrender”
if, from my misery I want to be freed?
What’s this about having to be honest,
and change my people, places and things?
Can’t I just come to a meeting, pick up a chip
and feel the joy this recovery brings?
I don’t know about all you people,
you must not have been as bad as I was.
You’re smiling and happy, you’ve got peace in your eyes,
and you talk about knowing real love.
Still, the place that I’ve been is so painful,
I don’t think I can stand any longer.
Maybe I’ll give this recovery a try,
at least til I get a bit stronger.
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A REFLECTION From The National Catholic Council on Addictions:
GARDENS ~ an excerpt from, “Encouraging Words for All Seasons”
Take a little time and enjoy the prayers and music below.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHIO_1JlBKc&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQhZYeeR6lE&feature=related
