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#33 - Critique of The 12 Steps - Step 4 - Jim Quigley
#33 - Critique of The 12 Steps - Step 4 - Jim Quigley
#33 - Critique of The 12 Steps - Step 4 - Jim Quigley
Saturday 23rd May 2020
Jim Quigley and Dr. Mark E. Shaw discuss Step 4 of the Twelve Steps, highlighting its contradictions with biblical theology on 'The Addiction Connection Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!Jim Quigley on the 12 Steps: A Biblical Perspective
This spiritual approach is undermining some of the truths and some of the foundational truths of the bible and can't be pleasing to the god of the universe.
Ever wondered how the Twelve Steps align with biblical teachings? In this episode of 'The Addiction Connection Podcast', Dr. Mark E. Shaw and Jim Quigley take a deep dive into Step 4 of the Twelve Steps, shedding light on the contrasts between this popular recovery method and Christian theology. Jim Quigley, a seasoned Addictions Biblical Counselor and Executive Director of Freedom Farm Ministries, shares his personal journey with AA and why he believes it sometimes strays from biblical principles.
He opens up about his own experiences, including a dark relapse that led him to question the efficacy of AA's approach when divorced from a Christ-centered perspective. The discussion tackles the concept of making a 'searching and fearless moral inventory' and questions whether this can be truly effective without a relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
They also explore the risks of idolatry and self-reliance inherent in the Twelve Steps, advocating instead for a recovery path rooted in godly sorrow and biblical morality. If you're curious about integrating faith with recovery or looking for a fresh perspective on the Twelve Steps, this episode offers plenty of food for thought.