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Soberpod - Step 2 - Is God nothing or everything?
Soberpod - Step 2 - Is God nothing or everything?
Soberpod - Step 2 - Is God nothing or everything?
Wednesday 27th February 2019
Join Ellen on Sober Pod as she discusses the freedom found in surrendering to a higher power in Step 2 of recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Finding Freedom in Surrender: Ellen's Journey with Step 2
By putting god in his right place, which was above me and me submitting to his will rather than my own, it gave me a lot of freedom...
What happens when you reach a point where you can't do it alone? In this episode of Sober Pod, Ellen dives into the challenging yet liberating concept of surrendering to a higher power as part of Step 2 in recovery. She starts by tackling a profound statement from the Big Book: 'God is everything or else He is nothing'. For Ellen, this wasn't just a theoretical question; it was a pivotal moment in her journey towards sobriety.
Facing the idea that God might be nothing was physically and emotionally taxing, but it also highlighted her powerlessness over alcoholism. On the flip side, embracing God as everything brought her an unexpected sense of freedom. Ellen shares how, by placing her faith in a higher power, she could let go of the need to control every aspect of her life.
This shift allowed her to focus on doing the next right thing without being bogged down by fear or materialism. Throughout the episode, Ellen reflects on a scripture from Isaiah that encourages faith over fear and underscores the importance of letting go and letting God take charge. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of surrender and the peace that comes with it.
If you're grappling with the idea of a higher power or seeking inspiration on your own path to recovery, Ellen's insights offer a compelling reason to tune in.