David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others
David G, David G, and friends
Journey 06 - Session 58 - Aug 07 2024
Journey 06 - Session 58 - Aug 07 2024
Journey 06 - Session 58 - Aug 07 2024
Thursday 8th August 2024
Dive into Step 11 of AA, exploring how prayer and meditation enhance conscious contact with a higher power. Learn practices for daily spiritual growth.
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Episode Overview
- Step 11 focuses on improving conscious contact with God.
- Prayer involves asking, while meditation involves listening.
- Spiritual evolution requires personalized prayer and meditation.
- Daily reflection helps identify and clear wrong motives.
- Achieving a higher thought plane through spiritual practices.
Our thought life will be placed on a much higher plane when our thinking is cleared of wrong motives.
This episode delves into the intricacies of Step 11 from the Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book, emphasizing the importance of improving one's conscious contact with God through prayer and meditation. Hosts David G and Abby guide listeners through the bottom of page 85, highlighting the significance of seeking knowledge of God's will and the power to carry it out. This step is not merely a task; it is an ongoing journey of spiritual growth and self-improvement.
The conversation begins with a reading of Step 11, emphasizing the active pursuit ('sought') of spiritual connection, which underscores the continuous nature of this endeavor. Prayer is about asking for guidance, while meditation is about listening and being receptive to the divine will. The hosts stress the purpose of this step: to enhance one's conscious connection with God as personally understood, which is central to personal spiritual evolution.
Abby brings attention to the importance of defining conscious contact, acknowledging that it involves awakening from self-dreams and aligning one's thoughts and actions with a higher purpose. This awakening is crucial for achieving the step's promise: placing one's thought life on a higher, more altruistic plane. The hosts discuss the role of self-will, self-reliance, and self-pity as barriers to service and spiritual growth. They encourage listeners to reflect daily on their thoughts and behaviors, ensuring they align with spiritual principles.
This daily practice not only helps clear wrong motives but also fosters a more noble and selfless mindset. By incorporating practices such as getting on one's knees in humility and exploring personalized meditation techniques, individuals can deepen their spiritual connection and live more fulfilling lives. The episode closes with a reminder of the importance of daily conscious practice, which offers a reprieve from old, limiting thoughts and behaviors.
Listeners are encouraged to continue their journey of self-discovery and spiritual development, aided by the principles outlined in Step 11. This episode serves as a guide for those seeking to enhance their conscious contact with the divine and live with greater purpose and clarity.