Sept. 5, 2014 - Step by Step

The Serenity Prayer

Step by Step

Friday, Sept. 5, 2014 

"Each group has but one primary purpose - to carry its message to the alcoholic who still suffers." - The Fifth Tradition

Today, as but a humble member of one of thousands of AA groups, I look to the Program's Fifth Tradition to determine if my contribution to my group is sufficient or if I can find more I can and should do. And what I do must be within the command of the Fifth Tradition - to reach out to the alcoholic who still suffers. This tradition does not limit itself to the drinking alcoholic, however, and includes those who still struggle in recovery. As part of my group, let me remember that not only is my group there for me, but I am there for the group, and my example to those who continue to hurt must be a reflection of the Program itself. Today, I try to understand that my sobriety comes with the responsibility to best mirror the Program that led me to sobriety. And our common journey continues. Step by step. - Chris M., 2014