Janet M – What do we pray for in step seven?Janet M – What do we pray for in step seven?
SoberQ
Janet M
4:05•5 Dec 2020
Praying for Change: Janet M's Step Seven Experience
Episode Overview
- Step seven involves prayer for removing character defects.
- Acknowledging shortcomings is crucial for spiritual growth.
- Trusting a higher power can guide one's path to sobriety.
- Humility and faith are key elements in overcoming addiction.
- Personal transformation leads to being useful to others.
“The idea of asking God to remove the things that block me was not so that I got fabulous. It was just so that I could be more useful.”
Ever wondered what step seven in recovery is all about? Janet M, a seasoned participant in Alcoholics Anonymous, sheds light on this crucial phase in the SoberQ podcast episode. With a candid approach, Janet shares her personal journey through step seven, emphasising the importance of acknowledging one's character defects and shortcomings. She talks about the transformative power of prayer and how it can help remove obstacles blocking the connection with a higher power.
Janet highlights the significance of step four and five in laying the groundwork for step seven, where one seeks divine intervention to overcome personal barriers. Her reflections are both relatable and inspiring, offering a sense of hope to anyone grappling with addiction. The episode is a heartfelt exploration of faith, humility, and the courage to change, as Janet discusses her experience of putting her trust in a higher power to guide her path to sobriety.
Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, Janet's insights provide valuable lessons on how to navigate the challenges of addiction. Tune in to hear how embracing vulnerability can lead to freedom and usefulness to oneself and others. So, are you ready to take that leap of faith?

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