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Jimmy A Step 12 Fellowship of the Spirit 2025
Jimmy A Step 12 Fellowship of the Spirit 2025
Jimmy A Step 12 Fellowship of the Spirit 2025
Saturday 26th July 2025
Join Jimmy A as he explores Step 12, sharing insights on spiritual awakening, service, and making amends in the AA journey.
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Get the buttons here!Jimmy A's Journey: Embracing Step 12 of AA
Episode Overview
- Importance of willingness in recovery
- Spiritual awakening through AA steps
- Healing power of making amends
- Influence of good sponsorship
- Applying spiritual principles in daily life
The real transformation is this. On most good days, I'm able to look at the people in my life, the situations in my life, and the circumstances of my life through God's eyes.
In the latest episode, Jimmy A takes us through the profound journey of Step 12 in Alcoholics Anonymous, a pivotal stage that encapsulates carrying the message to other alcoholics and practicing spiritual principles in all aspects of life. This discussion is part of the Fellowship of the Spirit event in Toronto, where Jimmy shares his personal experiences and reflections on the transformative process of recovery.
Jimmy emphasizes the importance of spiritual awakening as a result of the steps, describing how it leads to a newfound ability to do, feel, and believe things that were previously unattainable through unaided strength. This awakening is not a one-time event but an ongoing journey maintained through the disciplines of Steps 10, 11, and 12.
A significant theme of the episode is the principle of service, which involves passing on the message to the next person and being actively involved in the community. Jimmy recounts his experiences of making amends, particularly within his family, highlighting the healing power it brings. He shares anecdotes of how he has become a full-time babysitter for his grandchildren, viewing it as a form of making amends for past mistakes.
Jimmy also delves into the concept of character defects, encouraging listeners to view life through the eyes of compassion and forgiveness rather than resentment and fear. He discusses the role of good sponsorship in his journey, crediting influential figures like Bill Grace for guiding him through the process. The episode concludes with a powerful message of hope, encouraging others to abandon themselves to their understanding of God, clear away past wreckage, and embrace the fellowship and support available in Alcoholics Anonymous.
Jimmy stands testament to the efficacy of the AA program, celebrating 38 years of sobriety and the freedom it has brought him. Listeners are invited to reflect on their own journey, considering how they can apply these spiritual principles to their lives and help others along the way.