Podcasts about step nine

Sometimes love means that we must say we are sorry. Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Nine.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 3/16/25.  If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD”  If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.

I love the steps. They have helped me reach a potential that I never knew I had! More than that I love sharing my experience in the fact that it may help you to a better life. I have been studying the steps since I was 18 years old now and I have helped and seen others in this program make it. Rarely have we seen a person fail who has thoroughly followed our path. 

In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 13: Step Nine(Originally broadcast in 2021) 

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In this week's podcast, we talk through Step Nine of the 12 Steps. Step Nine: Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others. Support the Podcast: Join the Let Go and Be Free family to support the show (for a coffee a month, you can keep the podcast going and get extra perks) and get the members only extra monthly podcast episode. Purchase one of the Let Go and Be Free books (volume 1, volume 2, volume 3, and volume 4) or 30 Days of Gratitude: A Daily Guide for Adult Children of Alcoholics. Like or leave a positive review wherever you listen to the podcast. More Information: Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get additional help and support the podcast.

In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Nine, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 

How to Start a Podcast Series: Step Nine Mastering Your Podcast Craft   Mastery is all about developing the skills and knowledge to become a pro at something. Just like you wouldn't expect a little kid who wants to do gymnastics to compete in the Olympics right away, or a newbie runner to jump into a marathon without training, podcasting takes time and dedication; it's all about practice, practice, practice!   I'll share some of my own podcasting ups and downs, including the importance of showing up even when it's tough.    We'll also cover some practical tips and tools to help you keep going: - Finding a supportive podcasting community for support. - Investing in continuing education - Setting goals and finding accountability partners to stay on track. - Regularly reassess your podcasting goals and strategies. Finally, I'll answer two big questions: how long does it take to see podcasting results, and what does it take to build a successful podcast?    Quotes  "When you're in community with other like minded podcasters, it spurs you on to try new things. It encourages you to keep going."   "No one expects a four year old who says, "I want to be an Olympic gymnastics girl” to go out onto the floor and do a backhand spring into a back tuck or do the bars right off the bat. That's just not how it works. So it is with podcasting… you have to show up and practice, practice, practice.”   Call to Action Hit me up on Instagram www.instagram.com/kristinfieldschadwick and let me know one step you'll take to master your podcasting craft this next week or month—I'd love to hear from you. If you need help launching, growing, or managing your podcast, book a free 15-minute call with me to figure out your next best step.   **Resources:** Launch Your Podcast https://calendly.com/kristinfieldschadwick/want-to-start-a-podcast-discovery-call Grow Your Podcast https://calendly.com/kristinfieldschadwick/podcast-growth-course-discovery-call Join Our Podcast Membership https://calendly.com/kristinfieldschadwick/want-to-join-the-podcast-membership 1000 True Fans by Kevin Kelley https://kk.org/thetechnium/1000-true-fans/ Mastery Definition https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mastery Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell https://amzn.to/3W36NLv Podcast Facebook Groups: Podcast Coaching for Kingdom Entrepreneurs  https://www.facebook.com/groups/204091305159761 Spark Media https://www.facebook.com/SparkMedia.ventures Women in Podcasting https://www.facebook.com/groups/292709031793395 Christian Podcasters https://www.facebook.com/groups/1849865308431914

Text and Be HeardHow does taking responsibility transform your journey to recovery? Join us as we unpack the profound power of making amends, particularly focusing on Step 9 of the 12-step program. We'll draw from the original texts by Bill Wilson to explore how direct amends foster self-respect and personal growth. You'll learn how overcoming immature behaviors like avoiding responsibility and deflecting criticism can help you form meaningful connections and progress effectively in your recovery journey. Don't miss out on hearing about the courage required to face those you've harmed and how good judgment, timing, and discipline play crucial roles in this transformative step.Moving forward, we delve into the importance of embracing responsibility and its positive impact on your life. We'll discuss how addressing and resolving past issues can build a solid foundation for personal growth and healthier relationships. Embracing responsibility not only enhances confidence and clarity but also helps prevent relapses. This episode sets the stage for our upcoming discussion on Step 10, where we will explore how to bring harmony into various aspects of your life, from being a better partner to a more responsible citizen. Be sure to join our Recovery Freedom Circle community on Facebook for extra support and shared experiences in recovery!Support the Show.Recovery is Beautiful. Go Live Your Best Life!!Facebook Group - Recovery Freedom Circle | FacebookLife Is Wonderful.Lovewww.lifeiswonderful.loveYour EQ is Your IQYouTube - Life Is Wonderful Hugo VRecovery Freedom CircleThe System That Understands Recovery, Builds Character and Helps People Have Better Relationships.A Life Changing Solutionhttps://lifeiswonderful-love.mykajabi.com/storeInstagram - Lifeiswonderful.LoveTikTok - Lifeiswonderful.LovePinterest - Lifeiswonderful.LoveTwitter - LifeWonderLoveLinkedIn - Hugo Vrsalovic Life Is Wonderful.Love

Laura and Mads discuss the development of Bobby making amends to Amir, his goodbyes to the 118, and what we think is ahead for the finale. Also, we dive into what works and doesn't work with both HenRen's and Eddie's storylines.

In Today's episode Katie, Grace, & EJ Talk about 7x08 of 911 titled "Step nine" A lot happened in this episode from Bobby making ammends, to finally finding out about his upbringing, and so much more! Be sure to let us know your thoughts on the episode, be sure to chat with us on discord, dm us on our socials, share your thoughts on our google forms that we tweet out every week after lone star airs, or email us your thoughts. We love reacting to your thoughts as well. Our email is 911lonestarrounduppod@gmail.com  (please be sure to write "911 lone star episode thoughts" in the subject line) Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram, Twitter, Tiktok & Facebook @911lsroundup We are also are also on youtube check it out here to watch audio version of the podcast and please subscribe ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGkCddGsHvEt7Ocyrt90qoA/videos⁠ Also Join our discord server where we can chat all things 911 lone star & more ⁠https://discord.com/invite/RA8z4XNQhg⁠ Also, be sure to follow us on our own socials so we can talk more Katie: @fortheloveoftarlos on Tiktok,Instagram & Threads   @forloveoftarlos on Twitter Email: Katie@911lsroundup.com Grace: @ronen-rafa_911 on Instagram & @sheepgirl31 on Twitter Email:grace@911lsroundup.com EJ: @ej8302 on Instagram, threads,Tiktok, & Twitter EJ@911lsroundup.com Thanks again guys so much for listening! We won't have an episode for two weeks due to Grace being out of the country! Our next episode will be on June 6th and will talk about episode 9& 10 then! In the meantime stay tuned to our socials we will be sure to post content on there see ya'll soon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/911lonestarroundup/message

THE PROMISES OF THE BIG BOOK. So often we hear “The Promises” read in meetings. Most of the time these are the Promises that come true as a result of working through the amends process of Step Nine. But what about other promises found in the Big Book? Let's look at just a few that are mentioned in other areas of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. Closing Song: On a Night Like This by Barry Jay. #promises #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps  #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook

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Randy Mermell is an international coach, speaker, and podcaster. Randy helps people live happy and purposeful lives. Drawing from his own experience from 20 years of happy marriage, raising two daughters, and his success as an entrepreneur, he has helped others get through all types of professional and personal challenges, including love, marriage, children, jobs, and finding passion in everything we do. With over 28 years of sobriety, and success in his own life overcoming low self-esteem, addictions to alcohol, drugs, cigarettes, and coffee Randy draws on his real-life experience to lead meditation and recovery retreats internationally.   Our meetings are called Principles in Application, they are held virtually on Zoom. There is a Principles in Application meeting every day. All of the meetings are based on 12 steps and start with 20 minutes of meditation. These are meetings based on living by spiritual principles in our lives today right now. For a meeting schedule please visit https://www.randymermell.com/meetings

The thought of becoming a homeowner can be very overwhelming, but have no fear! In Step Nine of David Sidoni's How to Buy a Home series, he gives you some practical advice on how you can practice being a homeowner before you actually become one. Following this step gets you on the right track financially and gives you the confidence you need to jump into your new chapter of home ownership.  Here are some key topics from today's conversation: Balancing your budget Practicing to avoid pain in ownership Playing the long game The house party!  Episode Highlights: [01:21] The “B” Word Let's start with the money - a.k.a. your budget. There are lots of different ways to attack your budget, but you need to focus on being able to save while also paying your expenses. When you're still renting and saving for that down payment, that percentage of your income you need to save might need to be higher. But, many folks report that they get so used to saving, they still follow a very similar process after they've purchased their new home, just at a smaller percentage than before! Saving is a habit that you need to get into when you're preparing to buy a home and there's no better time than the present to start. A great way to get started is by talking to your unicorn lender and estimate a PITI payment that aligns with the amount you're approved for then saving that each month. You're practicing your payment. [09:37] Play the Long Game Your home will never feel more expensive than it does in the first three years. The mortgage will feel the highest in these first three years because you are used to paying an increasing rent. While the rent might be lower than a mortgage payment, it will stay the same. So, pull out a spreadsheet and start planning how you can play the game. Yes, spreadsheets can be intimidating. But, having a concrete plan can make all the difference when planning for your future. 

The thought of becoming a homeowner can be very overwhelming, but have no fear! In Step Nine of David Sidoni's How to Buy a Home series, he gives you some practical advice on how you can practice being a homeowner before you actually become one. Following this step gets you on the right track financially and gives you the confidence you need to jump into your new chapter of home ownership. Here are some key topics from today's conversation: Episode Highlights: [01:21] The “B” Word Let's start with the money - a.k.a. your budget. There are lots of different ways to attack your budget, but you need to focus on being able to save while also paying your expenses. When you're still renting and saving for that down payment, that percentage of your income you need to save might need to be higher. But, many folks report that they get so used to saving, they still follow a very similar process after they've purchased their new home, just at a smaller percentage than before! Saving is a habit that you need to get into when you're preparing to buy a home and there's no better time than the present to start. A great way to get started is by talking to your unicorn lender and estimate a PITI payment that aligns with the amount you're approved for then saving that each month. You're practicing your payment. [09:37] Play the Long Game Your home will never feel more expensive than it does in the first three years. The mortgage will feel the highest in these first three years because you are used to paying an increasing rent. While the rent might be lower than a mortgage payment, it will stay the same. So, pull out a spreadsheet and start planning how you can play the game. Yes, spreadsheets can be intimidating. But, having a concrete plan can make all the difference when planning for your future.

If you're on Step Nine, how long should you wait to be on Step Ten?If you're on Step Ten, how long should you wait to be on Step Eleven?Etc., etc.In this episode I share my personal thoughts concerning this. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.

Generational Grief and Step Nine --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recoveringmyinnerchild/support

Kalya N., Nick L. and I discuss Step 9 in this little meeting in a podcast episode.  It's September so what better time to tackle Step Nine? Give us a rating on Apple Podcasts or follow our YouTube channel! Link below. Thank you! Our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@recoveryedge180 If you would like to help support the podcast, you can venmo the show @recoveryedge. Your contributions help with server costs and the growth of the program. Thank you!!    

This is a study and commentary of the It Works How and Why book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the--anonymous--podcast/support

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Step Nine of the Twelve Steps Codependents' Guide To The Twelve Steps, Melody Beattie (CODA) STEP 9 - Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others. Quote #1 - “…allowing other people to have their paths and issues and learning to have our own.”(p134) Quote #2 - “...We must work through, and experience fully, our feelings. We must clearly identify and accept the abuse. We need to figure out what our new behaviors and responses to others need to be, so the abuse or mistreatment doesn't continue. And then we will be led into forgiveness.” (p135) Quote #3 - “Sometimes the lesson is establishing boundaries...learning to say no...learning to own our power and respect and trust our feelings, wants, and needs. Sometimes the lesson isn't clear, and all we can do is accept that the incident happened.” (p135) Quote #4 - “Often, the shorter the amend, the better. The cleaner and clearer, the better. The more direct, the better. The more it comes from the heart, the better. The more it is led by Divine Guidance, the better.” (p143) Quote #5 - “Sometimes I've said, “I'm sorry if what I need to do to take care of myself hurt you. It was not intended or designed to do that.””(p144) Quote #6 - “ All of recovery— all of what we are going through — has to do with making an amend to ourselves. Giving ourselves permission to have our feelings is an amend. Giving ourselves permission to be alive are happy is an amend. Taking gentle, compassionate, loving care of ourselves is an amend. Learning to set boundaries, be direct, and stop defeating and victimizing ourselves is an amend. Learning to stop allowing others to mistreat and control us is an amend. Learning to stop expecting perfection of ourselves, own our power, and be who we are is an amend to ourselves. Learning to listen to and trust ourselves is an important amend. Learning to trust our instincts and value our feelings and needs is an amend. We may have many amends to make to that frightened, abused, or neglected child within us —amends for being so critical, negligent, and shameful. We owe ourselves an apology and changed behavior for not allowing ourselves to receive the love and nurturing we need, especially from ourselves. We owe ourselves an apology and changed behavior for the sometimes terrible ideas we have maintained, dwelled on, and believed about ourselves. That we aren't lovable, aren't good enough, can't think, don't deserve success, don't deserve to have fun, or don't deserve to recover are untrue beliefs we have assumed, beliefs that need correcting as part of this program of making amends to ourselves.”(p145) Quote #7 - “I spent years looking to other people, looking to relationships, to take care of the child within me. I looked to relationships to comfort my fear and to nurture, support, and protect that child within. I looked for relationships to be there for me because I wasn't willing to be there for myself. I didn't know how. Now, slowly, I'm learning a better way. I'm learning how to listen to that child I abandoned most of my life. I'm learning ways to get in touch with her, hear her, and give her the comfort, nurturing, protection, guidance, and discipline she needs.” (p146) Quote #8 - “This behavior of nurturing the child within is not foolish, as I once believed. It is healing. A few moments a day of caring for that child frees my adult to be rejuvenated and responsible, and lets my child feel warm, safe, and cared for. It also enables me to be a nurturing effective parent to my children. They have taught me much about my inner child and what she needs; my inner child helps teach me about what my children need.” (p146) Quote #9 - “I needed to forgive myself and develop a better relationship with myself. I needed to talk better to and about myself; I needed to forgive and forget; I needed to stop punishing myself for the wrongs I had done and for what others had done to me.” (p147)

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Agent X and Ryan O.  Discuss AA, Amends, Step 9, Step Nine, Alcoholics Anonymous, Sobriety, AA meetings, fellowship, relationships

In this episode I share my experience with being stuck on amends you know you should make. And how it is really a Step Three issue.My websites are here and here. My Instagram is here. 

Step Nine - We all need Self Respect and this helps us respect others.  We take responsibility for our actions and we talk to people, apologize to people we hurt and clean up our past so we can move forward.  We start to walk with our back straight.  Respect is necessary in life.  Respect yourself, respect others and respect the world. Stay Focused.  Finish the Steps.Life Is Wonderful.Lovewww.lifeiswonderful.loveWork The Steps in 90 DaysThe 12 Steps Explained coursehttps://lifeiswonderful-love.mykajabi.com/storeFacebook Group - The 12 Steps Explained Fellowship | FacebookYouTube -    Life Is Wonderful   Hugo VInstagram -  Lifeiswonderful.LoveTikTok -  Lifeiswonderful.LovePinterest -   Lifeiswonderful.LoveTwitter -     LifeWonderLoveLinkedIn -   Hugo Vrsalovic            Life Is Wonderful.LoveSupport the showRecovery is Beautiful. Go Live Your Best Life!!Life Is Wonderful.Lovewww.lifeiswonderful.loveYour EQ is Your IQRecovery Freedom CircleThe System That Understands Recovery, Builds Character and Helps People Have Better Relationships.A Life Changing Solutionhttps://lifeiswonderful-love.mykajabi.com/storeFacebook Group - Recovery Freedom Circle | FacebookYouTube - Life Is Wonderful Hugo VInstagram - Lifeiswonderful.LoveTikTok - Lifeiswonderful.LovePinterest - Lifeiswonderful.LoveTwitter - LifeWonderLoveLinkedIn - Hugo Vrsalovic Life Is Wonderful.Love

In A Gentle Path Through the Twelve Steps, Dr. Patrick Carnes offers the Steps as a pattern of practices and habits that make lasting recovery possible. We can use these principles as a guide to a new way of living--letting go of our old ways of thinking and acting and accepting that change in our lives is both ongoing and inevitable.

Join us as Elizabeth F., from Philadelphia, PA, shares her experience, strength and hope around today's Daily Reflection, I am Responsible. I AM RESPONSIBLEFor the readiness to take the full consequences of our past acts, and to take responsibility for the well-being of others at the same time, is the very spirit of Step Nine.— TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 87In recovery, and through the help of Alcoholics Anonymous, I learn that the very thing I fear is my freedom. It comes from my tendency to recoil from taking responsibility for anything: I deny, I ignore, I blame, I avoid. Then one day, I look, I admit, I accept. The freedom, the healing and the recovery I experience is in the looking, admitting and accepting. I learn to say, "Yes, I am responsible." When I can speak those words with honesty and sincerity, then I am free.From the book Daily ReflectionsCopyright © 1990 by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.The Kingdom Investor | PodcastTake your generosity to the next level, impact more lives and build a godly legacy! Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Tune in as Suzanne shares from the heart about her experience around today's Daily Reflection, Repairing the Damage,  and struggles she's facing in her life.  REPAIRING THE DAMAGEGood judgment, a careful sense of timing, courage and prudence – these are the qualities we shall need when we take Step Nine.— TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 83To make amends can be viewed two ways: first, that of repairing damage, for if I have damaged my neighbor's fence, I "make a mend," and that is a direct amend; the second way is by modifying my behavior, for if my actions have harmed someone, I make a daily effort to cause no further harm. I "mend my ways," and that is an indirect amend. Which is the best approach? The only right approach, provided that I am causing no further harm in so doing, is to do both. If harm is done, then I simply "mend my ways." To take action in this manner assures me of making honest amends.From the book Daily ReflectionsCopyright © 1990 by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.Listen to The Bearded Mystic Podcast Creating a community to deepen our understanding of Non-Duality in Hinduism Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Our addictions kept us isolated from others--even the people we hurt. They also often made us strangers to ourselves. Those of us who also live with a mental disorder can have a hard time figuring out which of our diseases has done the most harm, and how we can possibly start healing our relationships as well as ourselves. This can make the direct amends of Step Nine feel almost impossible.

Daily Reflection Podcast for September 6thKevin C. from Philadelphia shares about the powerful impact of the ninth step on his life and how it's helped him remove threats to his sobriety.REMOVING THREATS TO SOBRIETY. . . except when to do so would injure them or others.ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 59Step Nine restores in me a feeling of belonging, not only to the human race but also to the everyday world. First, the Step makes me leave the safety of A.A., so that I may deal with non-A.A. people "out there," on their terms, not mine. It is a frightening but necessary action if I am to get back into life. Second, Step Nine allows me to remove threats to my sobriety by healing past relationships. Step Nine points the way to a more serene sobriety by letting me clear away past wreckage, lest it bring me down.From the book Daily ReflectionsCopyright © 1990 by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.Buy the Daily Reflection Book: https://amzn.to/3scijVaVisit our web site: https://www.dailyreflectionpodcast.comVisit our blog: https://blog.dailyreflectionpodcast.comVisit our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailyreflectionpodcastFollow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dailyreflectorSupport the Podcast:- On Patreon: https://patreon.com/dailyreflectionThe Kingdom Investor | PodcastTake your generosity to the next level, impact more lives and build a godly legacy! Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Tony K. from Jacksonville Beach, FL shares his experience around Building a New Life in recovery.BUILDING A NEW LIFEWe feel a man is unthinking when he says sobriety is enough.ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 82When I reflect on Step Nine, I see that physical sobriety must be enough for me. I need to remember the hopelessness I felt before I found sobriety, and how I was willing to go to any lengths for it. Physical sobriety is not enough for those around me, however, since I must see that God's gift is used to build a new life for my family and loved ones. Just as importantly, I must be available to help others who want the A.A. way of life. I ask God to help me share the gift of sobriety so that its benefits may be shown to those I know and love.From the book Daily ReflectionsCopyright © 1990 by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.Healthy Lifestyle Solutions with Maya AcostaAre you ready to upgrade your health to a new level and do so by learning from experts...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

“Every A.A. has found that he can make little headway in this new adventure of living until he first backtracks and really makes an accurate and unsparing survey of the human wreckage he has left in his wake.” Remember, you have acted with courage working all of your previous steps in AA and staying sober! With Step Eight you have the opportunity to translate your experience of courage into developing a compassionate spirit. The exact wording of step 8 is: Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all. “The readiness to take the full consequences of our past acts, and to take responsibility for the well-being of others at the same time, is the very spirit of Step Nine.” At this point in our step work, we may be trudging the road to happy destiny, but we've reached the point where we must repair what we left behind us on a path of shattered relationships.  Step Nine of AA Alcoholics Anonymous is the perfect time to let go of the horrible way we feel about our past and to repair relationships radically. Living with the leftover guilt and shame from past wrongdoings prevents us from moving forward and puts us at risk of using again! The exact wording of step 9 is: Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others. Tonight, we talk about Steps 8 and 9. http://recoveredcast.com 3:25 To skip the intro This week,  Sean, Tony, Chris, Sam, Cristie, Falisha, Nicole Made their Sustaining Partner Donations http://recoveredcast.com/partner for more information This episode is sponsored by  McQ, Helen, Yuxin, Teresa, Audrey They used the donation button found on our website at recoveredcast.com/donation

Step 9 "Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others." What is needed to make intentional and impactful amends? clarity humility acceptance willingness trust Are we living the promises and expecting the 12 steps to simply unfold in our lives, or are we working the 12 steps and allowing the promises to unfold in our lives? What is the difference? CONNECT WITH LOVE LETTERS AND MIXTAPES IG @LOVELETTERSANDMIXTAPES Spotify @LOVELETTERSANDMIXTAPES TikTok @LOVELETTERSANDMIXTAPES Has this podcast helped or inspired you in any way? If so, please leave a rating and review here: www.ratethispodcast.com/lovelettersandmixtapes SPONSORING THIS EPISODE Support this podcast with a donation at: https://anchor.fm/love-letters-and-mixtapes/support Please send an email for advertising or sponsorship inquiries: lovelettersandmixtapes@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/love-letters-and-mixtapes/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/love-letters-and-mixtapes/support

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Welcome to An Atheist Reads the Big Book of AA Episode 28! In this episode I cover step nine: made direct amends to such people wherever possible, expect when to do so would injure them or others AND tradition nine: AA, as such, ought never be organized; but we may create service boards or committees directly responsible to those they serve. This rounds out the last of the action steps before getting into the maintenance portion of the program of AA. For me this was the most difficult to digest but over time I have learned that this step can be taken in smaller chunks and with the right guidance has done more to help me in the long run than many of the ones before it. Join the conversation on Facebook at An Atheist Reads the Big Book of AA and on Twitter at @anatheistin. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/atheistinaa/message

With Step Nine we make our best effort to contact the people we have harmed, admit the wrongs we have done them, express our remorse, and offer some kind of reparation. The process that began in the Fourth Step, and culminated in the Ninth, now becomes a part of our lives, a daily stance, a practice that will keep us sexually sober and spiritually connected. Tune in to find out what we have to say about this valuable step.

This week we are taking on our enemies in a new way. Abbey explains the best way to deal with your enemies (that come in any form) and make sure they don't win.Links in this Episode:- How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie- Pep-Talk Episode 27: How to Stop Worrying, Step One- Pep-Talk Episode 32: How to Stop Worrying, Step Two- Pep-Talk Episode 37: How to Stop Worrying, Step Three- Pep-Talk Episode 42: How to Stop Worrying, Step Four- Pep-Talk Episode 46: How to Stop Worrying, Step Five- Pep-Talk Episode 51: How to Stop Worrying, Step Six- Pep-Talk Episode 55: How to Stop Worrying, Step Seven- Pep-Talk Episode 62: How to Stop Worrying, Step Eight- Pep-Talk Episode 64: How to Stop Worrying, Step Nine

Step nine in the How to Stop Worrying series is all about thought work. Abbey helps us remember to be concerned about our lives, but not to worry about our lives. The personal pep talk in this episode talks about making sure to not be too influenced by social media, especially with the new season coming and all of the "influencers" telling us about all the fun new things we need to try.If you are coming back to listen to the challenge for each day the time stamp is 11:49!We are so excited to be bringing you personal pep talks every episode! Please leave your questions and requests for Personal Pep-Talks in our Instagram DMs on @peptalkpodcast or email them to us at peptalkthepodcast@gmail.com.Links in this Episode:- How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie- Pep-Talk Episode 27: How to Stop Worrying, Step One- Pep-Talk Episode 32: How to Stop Worrying, Step Two- Pep-Talk Episode 37: How to Stop Worrying, Step Three- Pep-Talk Episode 42: How to Stop Worrying, Step Four- Pep-Talk Episode 46: How to Stop Worrying, Step Five- Pep-Talk Episode 51: How to Stop Worrying, Step Six- Pep-Talk Episode 55: How to Stop Worrying, Step Seven- Pep-Talk Episode 62: How to Stop Worrying, Step Eight- Pep-Talk Episode 8: The Good Gets Better

Join us as Elizabeth F., from Philadelphia, PA, shares her experience, strength and hope around today's Daily Reflection, I am Responsible. I AM RESPONSIBLEFor the readiness to take the full consequences of our past acts, and to take responsibility for the well-being of others at the same time, is the very spirit of Step Nine.— TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 87In recovery, and through the help of Alcoholics Anonymous, I learn that the very thing I fear is my freedom. It comes from my tendency to recoil from taking responsibility for anything: I deny, I ignore, I blame, I avoid. Then one day, I look, I admit, I accept. The freedom, the healing and the recovery I experience is in the looking, admitting and accepting. I learn to say, "Yes, I am responsible." When I can speak those words with honesty and sincerity, then I am free.From the book Daily ReflectionsCopyright © 1990 by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.Buy the Daily Reflection BookVisit our web siteVisit our blogVisit our Facebook GroupFollow us on TwitterSupport the Podcast:- On Patreon- On PayPalIf you're struggling with alcohol or addiction, or wondering how to stop drinking it's helpful to know that there's a solution that has worked for millions of people. The Daily Reflection Podcast provides hope, and inspiration through the shared experiences of people that have found a way out. 

Tune in as Suzanne shares from the heart about her experience around today's Daily Reflection, Repairing the Damage,  and struggles she's facing in her life.  REPAIRING THE DAMAGEGood judgment, a careful sense of timing, courage and prudence – these are the qualities we shall need when we take Step Nine.— TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 83To make amends can be viewed two ways: first, that of repairing damage, for if I have damaged my neighbor's fence, I "make a mend," and that is a direct amend; the second way is by modifying my behavior, for if my actions have harmed someone, I make a daily effort to cause no further harm. I "mend my ways," and that is an indirect amend. Which is the best approach? The only right approach, provided that I am causing no further harm in so doing, is to do both. If harm is done, then I simply "mend my ways." To take action in this manner assures me of making honest amends.From the book Daily ReflectionsCopyright © 1990 by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.Buy the Daily Reflection BookVisit our web siteVisit our blogVisit our Facebook GroupFollow us on TwitterSupport the Podcast:- On Patreon- On PayPalIf you're struggling with alcohol or addiction, or wondering how to stop drinking it's helpful to know that there's a solution that has worked for millions of people. The Daily Reflection Podcast provides hope, and inspiration through the shared experiences of people that have found a way out. 

Daily Reflection Podcast for September 6thKevin C. from Philadelphia shares about the powerful impact of the ninth step on his life and how it's helped him remove threats to his sobriety.REMOVING THREATS TO SOBRIETY. . . except when to do so would injure them or others.ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 59Step Nine restores in me a feeling of belonging, not only to the human race but also to the everyday world. First, the Step makes me leave the safety of A.A., so that I may deal with non-A.A. people "out there," on their terms, not mine. It is a frightening but necessary action if I am to get back into life. Second, Step Nine allows me to remove threats to my sobriety by healing past relationships. Step Nine points the way to a more serene sobriety by letting me clear away past wreckage, lest it bring me down.From the book Daily ReflectionsCopyright © 1990 by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.Buy the Daily Reflection Book: https://amzn.to/3scijVaVisit our web site: https://www.dailyreflectionpodcast.comVisit our blog: https://blog.dailyreflectionpodcast.comVisit our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailyreflectionpodcastFollow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dailyreflectorSupport the Podcast:- On Patreon: https://patreon.com/dailyreflection- On PayPal: https://paypal.me/dailyreflectionIf you're struggling with alcohol or addiction, or wondering how to stop drinking it's helpful to know that there's a solution that has worked for millions of people. The Daily Reflection Podcast provides hope, and inspiration through the shared experiences of people that have found a way out. 

Tony K. from Jacksonville Beach, FL shares his experience around Building a New Life in recovery.BUILDING A NEW LIFEWe feel a man is unthinking when he says sobriety is enough.ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 82When I reflect on Step Nine, I see that physical sobriety must be enough for me. I need to remember the hopelessness I felt before I found sobriety, and how I was willing to go to any lengths for it. Physical sobriety is not enough for those around me, however, since I must see that God's gift is used to build a new life for my family and loved ones. Just as importantly, I must be available to help others who want the A.A. way of life. I ask God to help me share the gift of sobriety so that its benefits may be shown to those I know and love.From the book Daily ReflectionsCopyright © 1990 by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.Need the Daily Reflection Book?Visit our web siteRead about Recovery on our BlogVisit our Facebook GroupFollow us on TwitterSupport the Podcast:- On Patreon: https://patreon.com/dailyreflection- On PayPal: https://paypal.me/dailyreflectionIf you're struggling with alcohol or addiction, or wondering how to stop drinking it's helpful to know that there's a solution that has worked for millions of people. The Daily Reflection Podcast provides hope, and inspiration through the shared experiences of people that have found a way out. 

1 Corinthians 6:9 Don't you know that evil people will not receive God's kingdom? Don't be fooled. In my early years of addiction, I looked up to and followed all the wrong people. My heroes were those that could drink the most, those that won the most fights, those that didn't care. In the recovery that changed! I realized being a hero has nothing to do with how macho you are and everything to do with what you believe and how committed you are to your beliefs. Recovery is about facing the truth about what you believe and changing your beliefs if you need to. How has what I believed in the past got me in trouble? Which of my beliefs do I need to change? Am I ready and willing to change?

This week, we are giving your brand it's unique personality, by completing the second half of your Brand Identity Kit, and choosing your typeface and colors.  Your typeface is the voice people hear in their heads when they visit your website, read your ads, and visit your social media.  The colors you choose to represent your brand sends subconscious messages to the viewer about what your brand stands for, and what type of business you are.They are both very powerful components of your brands personality.So join us as we walk through how to choose your typeface and colors and complete your brand identity kit!This is the ONE STEP Empire podcast from SHEcorporated.  We are here to help YOU take the leap, and create the life you dream of, by building your own business empire, one simple step at a time.Make sure you visit us at SHEcorporated.com for any downloads we mention in the podcast. You can also join our community HERE Links mentioned in the podcast:Coolors.co is great for finding palette of colors that works well together or even taking a photo and creating a color palette from that photo. Encycolorpedia.com is another favorite site for finding complementary colors and I use it regularly to find the hex code for a pantone color or vice versa.Here are some real world examples of branding Style Guides you can check out for more ideas and inspiration  https://www.canva.com/learn/50-meticulous-style-guides-every-startup-see-launching/  

Today I will be discussing the entire Step Nine, but my main focus will be the astral section specifically and the physical section secondarily. The mental section is comprised of a number of methods for using a Magic Mirror which were quite well explained so I see no value in my adding to Bardon's words. The astral and physical sections however, do require some further explanation. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/MysticalThoughts/support

This is a clearing of our side of the street so we can move forward being of maximum service to others.. Have a great discussion, Visit Dan Dan's Big Book Study on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/444990600109496 Visit Rec Room Studio LLC. https://www.facebook.com/recroomstudiollc https://www.recroomstudiollc.com

In this episode, I continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop.In this episode: Step Nine- Our real purpose- Going to enemies- Dodging creditors- "Painstaking"- Promises, promises

A four minute talk on Ensuring Agile Success - Being a Change Agent - Making Agile Work in your Organisation - Step Nine - Running Your First Sprint. w: 2andh.com 

This is a study and commentary of the book Narcotics Anonymous, our Basic Text. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your basic text, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil. This episode begins on page 40 “Step Nine...”

Welcome to the year of the cow! This episode gets nice and milky as Sherlock and Joan head off to London, the home of rich people who get their teeth pulled for fun, and the world's biggest eye. It's looking right at you and blinking quite dangerously. Don't worry about it! This week we watched Season 2 Episode 1 of CBS Elementary, Step Nine. We meet some new characters from the Sherlock Holmes canon, including one who Joan didn't know existed! Intro song by Noah Geist Outro song is Watching the Detectives by Elvis Costello Join our discord!

ABOUT THIS SHOW: This is a comprehensive workshop focused on educating the listener of the substance, purpose and awareness of the AA Conference-approved book The Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions. As one of the most sought-after Circuit Speakers in the world of the 12 Steps, Chris S. will be walking us through each line and each page of this wonderful book that has been a source of deepening peoples recovery for years. CLOSING SONG: Got To Give It Up by Thin Lizzy.

We talk step 9 and everything we know about the amends process. The 9th step involves lots of creative thinking about how to repair the harm we have done in the world. We look at the 3 R's of amends: restoration, restitution, and resolution. These are the goals of amends, to try to make whole again what we have had a hand in harming. Also, the continued amends of living differently because we don't like the person we were when we harmed people. We explore what is the sponsor's responsibility or influence in this process. Join the conversation by leaving a message, emailing us at RecoverySortOf@gmail.com, or find us on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/recoverysortof/message

Join Shotgun Shells and Benny Lemms as they discuss how to track down people who don't want to be found and make a proper amends! Topics discussed include: The closing of The City of CHASE Tracking down amends Making amends Carnival Vending and More How to stay fit Follow us on Social Media: Facebook: Almost Sobes Podcast Twitter @almostsobes Instagram: almostsobes Email any questions comments or concerns to almostsobes@gmail.com Visit Merch Store at https://teespring.com/stores/almost-sobes-merch If you've read this far PLEASE, PLEASE Subscribe, leave a five star review and share with as many friends as possible.  

In Dr. Gerstmar's Daily Dose, DrG shares expert insights gained from working daily with people suffering from digestive issues and autoimmunity. He also shares tidbits from his life and experiences that can help you to live a happier, healthier life! At Aspire Natural Health we coach people suffering with digestive issues and autoimmunity to go from SICK to HEALTHY to THRIVING. And, whenever you’re ready…here are 3 ways we can help YOU... 1. Get a FREE copy of my best-selling book ‘The Clear Path to Health’ HERE 2. Join the Academy and connect with other people also on their health journeys. It’s our new Facebook community where smart people dealing with digestive issues and autoimmunity support each other and learn how to get and stay healthy. Just click HERE 3. Work with us. Click HERE If you’re suffering from digestive issues or autoimmunity, let’s talk. We’re not right for everyone, so let’s have a chat to see if we’re the answer for you. If it’s not right for you, it’s not right. And if it is right, it will change your life.

Welcome to the 9th and final step in the process to help you become more empowered in the pursuit of your career aspirations.Social media is a must in today's job market and LinkedIn is the best tool for you to be seen by recruiters. Here are two videos produced by LinkedIn that will help you to create or revise your profile: https://www.youtube.com/embed/YWp6AN00D_c?&autoplay=1https://www.youtube.com/embed/B8WZxYFaSmI?&autoplay=1Also, if you want to have a follow up conversation about any of the steps or the I Inc process itself, please go to the following web page, select contact us and let us know how we can help you. https://tinyurl.com/VetsandRCGood luck in your career pursuits.

In this episode, Ashlyne talks about relationships (or lack thereof) and how important it is that you know who you in the midst of love. Reach out! Connect@HowToMoveOnAndBeHappy.com HowToMoveOnAndBeHappy.com

Each month we release a new full-length album right on our podcast and then we break down the songs and the album's production. Today we look at the album View From Nowhere [Improv No. 9]. This was recorded from January 1st to January 4th, 2019 to a cassette four track. We made up the songs while we played. All the overdubs were done as fast as possible before moving on. We filled up a single cassette tape. Everything on that tape is on the album in the order it was recorded. It's called an "improv album." This one explores various themes like self-deception, self-care, aspiration, and the quest for wisdom.Thanks so much for listening.Order/Stream View From Nowhere [Improv No. 9]: https://smarturl.it/viewfromnoSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs94XWuYNzUP1eE0QmIyVQg

Each month we release a new full-length album right on our podcast.Today we listen to our album View From Nowhere [Improv No. 9]. This was recorded in April 2019 to a cassette four track. I made up the songs while I played. All the overdubs were done as fast as possible before moving on. I filled up two cassette tapes. Everything on those tapes is on the album in the order it was recorded. I call it an "improv album." This one explores various themes like waking up, trauma recovery, nostalgia, making amends, and transcending ourselves and our past. Thanks for listening.Order/Stream View From Nowhere [Improv No. 9]: https://smarturl.it/viewfromnoSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs94XWuYNzUP1eE0QmIyVQg

Lisa and Julie are just 2 sober chicks who sit down and talk recovery, AA, the 12 steps, sponsorship, and how it works for them. In this series they are discussing each step over an 11 series set of podcasts! Today’s show is all about STEP NINE

In this episode I talk about my understanding of the point of making amends.I discuss the difference between an apology and an amends. I share stories about both giving and receiving them.

ABOUT THIS SHOW: Now available for you to download. Here is the edited version of “The Promises of Step Nine” No commercials, no games, no trivia, no closing song, just the topic, THE PROMISES OF STEP NINE with Marv R. and my Sponsor, Bruce H. Check back each week for another edited version of the Promises of each Step. You can download these free right here and Listen on iTunes and iHeart Radio as well. Simply search for Take 12 Recovery Radio. Or Visit our main website at www.Take12Radio.com

It Is Your Job To Pay It Forward Howdy -- I’m Kyle Bondo, and this is Podfader! My weekly podcast for helping you survive the day-to-day struggle that comes with keeping a podcast going. S1:E15 -- It Is Your Job To Pay It Forward TL:DR - It's time to actively give back what you have learned to the podcasting community and become the mentor that keeps other podcasters from podfading. Pay it back by paying it forward Step Nine of the Nine Steps Back to Podcasting is Mentorship. You made it! You made it through the Steps to the last and final Step -- Step Nine: Mentorship. At first glance, you might think that mentorship means finding a mentor. However, it's the exact opposite. Mentorship in the Podfader context means for you to go find a podcast to mentor. It is your job to pay it forward. Your podcasting knowledge, your understanding of the production process, and what you know about what gear works and does not work for each level of a podcaster's journey. You can find someone to mentor in 1 of 3 ways: Mentor new podcasters online Speak at Conferences Form a local meetup for podcasters And now you know. About the ShowPodfader, hosted by Kyle Bondo, focuses on tackling the challenges all podcasters face when the drive to keep podcasting becomes a struggle. If you’re a podcaster or trying to become one, Podfader is your sanctuary for getting you through the messy middle of any podcasting journey. Stop podfading and start podcasting! Learn more at Podfader.com Presented by Gagglepod.com

THE TAKE 12 RECOVERY RADIO SHOW presents Entitled to Overcome (Solutions for Life, Today) Cleaning up the wreckage of our past is something that people who are in long-term recovery make as a priority in their Twelve Step process, specifically in Step Nine as we make amends to those we have harmed. Sometimes this happens without incident, and other times it can be extremely stressful and challenging. We asked our listeners to share with us how long it has taken to clean up the wreckage of their past and what was their most grateful experience in doing so. Closing Song: Trail of Light by Gracie Vandivor

Part Twelve: STEP NINE. This is a comprehensive workshop focused on educating the listener of the substance, purpose and awareness of the AA Conference-approved book The Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions. As one of the most sought-after Circuit Speakers in the world of the 12 Steps, Chris S. will be walking us through each line and each page of this wonderful book that has been a source of deepening people’s recovery for years. I will be posting all 30 of these broadcast from our archives, one per week. Please take advantage of each show and click on the "Heart" or “Like” icon when you download or listen. Also, click “FOLLOW”, become a member and comment on our shows. It’s Always FREE!

Pat explains in Episode 9's last part, (#4), that of all the things she has tried, how Al-Anon is the only thing that truly helped.  We discuss ways to enhance the “Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism 2017” magazine while using it for outreach purposes & she wraps up with a “Last Words” section about amends & Step Nine.    

SPECIAL TOPIC Night - "Child Abuse, Trauma and 12-Step Recovery" - STEP 9 - SCAN host Bill Murray will be joined by special guest co-host Rivka Edery, MSW, LCSW, from NYC, author of the book “Trauma and Transformation: A 12-Step Guide." Bill founded the recently launched Adult Survivors of Child Abuse Anonymous (ASCAA). Together they will lead tonight's discussion on STEP 9: "Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others." Rivka points out that "Step Nine is no different than the other steps, and it reminds you once again, that you cannot overcome personal difficulty alone. You have prayer as your constant companion to get you through. You pray for the willingness to be willing." Bill adds, "This step is where 'The Promises' occur in the Big Book, and we're told they begin to appear 'before we're half-way through [this step].' By now the clearing away the wreckage of the past is well underway, and this means making a turn to a profound sense of self-esteem, purpose and 'belonging' in the world .. a sense of finally being truly comfortable living inside one's own skin." ~~ A child abuse survivor herself, Rivka Edery is grateful for the spiritual recovery she found in the 12 Steps of AA. She's been active in the 12 Step community for over 17 years. Bill Murray credits his 30 plus years of recovery to the spiritual power of the 12 Step program, too. ~~ Join us every two weeks to further examine a 12 Step approach to recovery from abuse. Next show we'll address STEP 10. ~~ Please see our web page at: www.NAASCA.org/trauma-12step or write to Rivka at: rebecca.edery@gmail.com

By Suzie LulaMark Anthony Lord Founder & Spiritual Director Bodhi Spiritual Center, Chicago

Step 9: Made direct amends to such people whenever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others. Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift. Matthew 5:23–24 As we grow as Christians and as we grow in our recovery, we want to follow the guidance and directions of Jesus Christ. As we get to know Him better, we want to model His teachings and model His ways. We want to become more like Him. Honestly, if we are going to implement Principle 6 to the best of our ability, we need to learn to model God’s grace. But how? Let’s look at tonight’s acrostic: GRACE. God’s gift Received by our faith Accepted by God’s love Christ paid the price Everlasting gift The G in grace is GOD’S gift Grace is a gift. Grace cannot be bought. It is freely given by God to you and me. When we offer (give) our amends and expect nothing back, that’s a gift from us to those whom we have hurt. Romans 3:24 (ncv) tells us, “All need to be made right with God by his grace, which is a free gift. They need to be made free from sin through Jesus Christ.” First Peter 1:13 (ncv) says, “Prepare your minds for service and have self-control. All your hope should be for the gift of grace that will be yours when Jesus Christ is shown to you.” If my relationship with God was dependent on my being perfect, I would have trouble relating to God most of the time. Thank God that my relationship with Him is built on His grace and love for me. He gives the strength to make the amends and offer the forgiveness that Principle 6 requires. And how do we receive God’s gift of grace? That’s the R in grace: RECEIVED by our faith. No matter how hard we may work, we cannot earn our way into heaven. Only by professing our faith in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior can we experience His grace and have eternal life. Ephesians 2:8–9 says, “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.” Let me share another verse with you. Philippians 3:9 (tlb) states, “No longer counting on being saved by being good enough or by obeying God’s laws, but by trusting Christ to save me; for God’s way of making us right with himself depends on faith—counting on Christ alone.” You and I tend to be more interested in what we do. God is more interested in what we are. Romans 5:2 says of Jesus, “Through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.” Just a word of warning: Our walk needs to match our talk. Our beliefs and values are seen by others in our actions. And it is through our faith in Christ that we can find the strength and courage needed for us to take the action Principle 6 requires: making your amends and offering your forgiveness. The next letter in grace is A. We are ACCEPTED by God’s love. God loved you and me while we were still out there sinning. Romans 5:8 says, “God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” We can, in turn, love others because God first loved us. We can also forgive others because God first forgave us. Colossians 3:13 (tlb) says, “Be gentle and ready to forgive; never hold grudges. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.” Ephesians 2:5 (ncv) reminds us that “Though we were spiritually dead because of the things we did against God, he gave us new life with Christ. You have been saved by God’s grace.” I don’t know about you, but I know that I do not deserve God’s love. But the good news is He accepts me in spite of myself! He sees all my failures and loves me anyway. And the same goes for you. Hebrews 4:16 (ncv) tells us, “Let us, then, feel very sure that we can come before God’s throne where there is grace. There we can receive mercy and grace to help us when we need it.” Let’s move on to the C in grace: Christ paid the price. Jesus died on the cross so that all our sins, all our wrongs, are forgiven. He paid the price, sacrificed Himself for you and me so that we may be with Him forever. When we accept Christ’s work on the cross, we are made a new creation. We can then rely on God’s strength and power to enable us to forgive those who have hurt us. We can set aside our selfishness and speak the truth in love. We focus only on our part in making amends or offering our forgiveness. Ephesians 1:7 (ncv) says, “In Christ we are set free by the blood of his death, and so we have forgiveness of sins. How rich is God’s grace.” The last letter in grace is E: God’s grace is an EVERLASTING gift. Once you have accepted Jesus Christ as your Savior and Lord, God’s gift of grace is forever. Let me read a quote from the Big Book of AA, pages 83–84: “Once you have completed Step Nine, you will know a new freedom and a new happiness.... you will comprehend the word serenity and know peace.... You will suddenly realize that God is doing for you what you could not do for yourself.” And here’s a quote from the real Big Book—the Bible: “And I am sure that God who began the good work within you will keep right on helping you grow in his grace until his task within you is finally finished on that day when Jesus Christ returns” (Philippians 1:6 tlb). Also, 2 Thessalonians 2:16 (ncv) states, “May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father encourage you and strengthen you in every good thing you do and say. God loved us, and through his grace he gave us a good hope and encouragement that continues forever.” My life verse is 1 Peter 2:9–10 (tlb), where God says, “For you have been chosen by God himself—you are priests of the King, you are holy and pure, you are God’s very own—all this so that you may show to others how God called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light. Once you were less than nothing; now you [John Baker] are God’s own. Once you knew very little of God’s kindness; now your very lives have been changed by it.” I stand before you as a product of God’s grace. Everyone here this evening who has let Christ into his or her life is also a product of God’s grace. As we model this grace, we will be able to do the work that Principle 6 requires. Let’s close tonight with Colossians 1:6: “All over the world this gospel is bearing fruit and growing, just as it has been doing among you since the day you heard it and understood God’s grace in all its truth.”