Crafting a Personal God Concept for Your Recovery Journey
I encountered unity church and the unity god concept before I got sober by Some Years, and so I had something going in to my first meetings in my early sobriety. And I have a well marked up book, a sermon on the mount, that I went back to over and over and over again trying to grasp this concept of metaphysics. But until I encountered unity and took some unity classes, I was still pretty baffled.
Ever wrestled with the idea of God while navigating your recovery path? You're not alone. In this thought-provoking episode of 'Spirit of Recovery', Revs. Lonnie and Dan dive into the complexities of finding a God concept that resonates and supports your journey to sobriety. Lonnie opens up about his quest through various religious teachings, struggling to find a belief system that felt right.
His journey eventually led him to the Unity Church, where he embraced the idea of God as a guiding principle, which significantly boosted his recovery process. Dan also shares his experiences with Unity teachings, highlighting how they helped him connect with his own understanding of a higher power. The hosts stress the importance of keeping an open mind and making room for new spiritual ideas.
They offer practical tools and techniques to help you forge a meaningful connection with your higher power, emphasizing the role of community and group sobriety in recovery. This episode doesn't shy away from tough questions, like reconciling the existence of God with the struggles of addiction. Instead, it offers a compassionate and insightful discussion aimed at helping you find your own spiritual path.
Whether you're on your own recovery journey, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about spirituality's role in sobriety, this episode is packed with valuable insights and heartfelt advice.