Joe McDonald
Joe McDonald
Step 3 (Season 15)
Step 3 (Season 15)
Step 3 (Season 15)
Tuesday 25th April 2023
Dive into Step 3 of AA with Joe McDonald, focusing on surrendering to a higher power and overcoming self-centeredness for spiritual growth.
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Episode Overview
- The episode delves into step three of Alcoholics Anonymous, focusing on turning one's will and care over to a higher power.
- It emphasizes aligning personal experience with the testimony of the first 100 individuals and the thousands of men and women introduced to this manner of living who have recovered.
- The episode explores the revelation of power within oneself through the steps and the concept of self-centeredness.
- It offers a powerful message of hope, transformation, and the potential for spiritual growth and progress.
- The speaker encourages a sincere and introspective approach to the journey of recovery, highlighting the need to rid oneself of selfishness.
The lame walk, the blind see, the captives are set free. And if after you've been here a minute, you don't believe that, you ain't paying attention.
What does it mean to truly let go and trust in something greater than yourself? In this episode of 'Position of Neutrality', Joe McDonald dives into Step 3 of Alcoholics Anonymous, a pivotal moment where individuals learn to turn their will and lives over to a higher power. Joe breaks down the significance of this step, sharing how aligning personal experiences with the original teachings of AA's founders can lead to profound personal transformation.
You'll hear about the struggles and triumphs of those who have walked this path before, offering a beacon of hope for anyone feeling stuck in their recovery journey. Joe also tackles the thorny issue of self-centeredness, explaining why shedding selfish behaviors is crucial for spiritual growth. This episode isn't just about following a set of rules; it's about discovering an inner strength you might not have known you had.
Whether you're new to sobriety or have been on this path for a while, Joe's insights provide practical advice and emotional support to help you move forward.