Father Bill W.
Father Bill W.
AA Originals: Step Four – How the Pioneers Did Inventory
AA Originals: Step Four – How the Pioneers Did Inventory
AA Originals: Step Four – How the Pioneers Did Inventory
Sunday 20th January 2019
Discover how early AA members took personal inventory with Father Bill W., blending historical insight and spiritual wisdom for effective recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Step Four in Early AA: Rediscovering Inventory with Father Bill W.
Our greatest asset is the mess we've made of our lives. Well, the way we do it is, we got to look at one word that is probably going to trouble us a little bit: a searching and fearless moral inventory. Sorry about that, but that's what the step is about.
Ever wondered how the early members of Alcoholics Anonymous tackled their personal inventories? Father Bill W., an Episcopal priest with decades of sobriety under his belt, takes us on a journey back to the roots of AA's Step Four. This episode isn't just about ticking boxes; it's about understanding the profound simplicity that guided the pioneers of AA in their quest for recovery. Father Bill W.
reveals how early AA members approached inventory in a way that was straightforward yet deeply effective. He highlights the crucial steps of owning our mistakes, forgiving others, and, perhaps most importantly, forgiving ourselves. With his unique blend of historical insight and spiritual wisdom, Father Bill W. makes a compelling case for revisiting these foundational practices. He also cautions against some modern methods that may stray from the original intent, suggesting instead a return to the four standards outlined by Dr.
Robert E. Speer: absolute honesty, purity, unselfishness, and love. This episode is a treasure trove of practical advice and spiritual guidance for anyone involved in a 12-Step program or interested in the spiritual dimensions of recovery. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how a simple yet fearless moral inventory can be the key to unlocking personal transformation.