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Step Three of Recovery: We Made a Decision for God

Monday 8th May 2023

Greg Schmalhofer explores Step Three of Recovery, highlighting the power of surrendering to God's care in overcoming addiction.
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Step Three: Handing Over Control to Find Freedom

Episode Overview

  • Step Three is a foundational and transformative stage in the recovery journey, centred on the conscious decision to surrender to God's care.
  • Community support plays a crucial role, providing individuals with a network of encouragement and solidarity in their recovery.
  • Surrendering one's will and life to God marks a pivotal shift towards embracing His guidance and wisdom, fostering a renewed sense of hope and purpose.
  • The episode draws from profound quotes in the Alcoholics Anonymous big book and Narcotics Anonymous literature, reinforcing the simplicity and significance of this step.
  • The biblical passage Proverbs 3:5-6 resonates powerfully with the theme, advocating wholehearted trust in God's guidance.
Recovery is absolutely possible, and it all begins by making a decision for God, by making a decision for God, with making a conscious and intentional decision for God, and turning your will and life over to the care of God. You can trust God to guide and direct your life and your recovery.
Ever wondered what it means to truly let go and trust something bigger than yourself? In this episode of 'The Hope Recovery Podcast', Greg Schmalhofer dives into the essence of Step Three in the Twelve Steps of Recovery. It's all about making that crucial decision to turn your will and life over to the care of God. Greg breaks down how this step isn't just about surrender but finding a new kind of freedom.
He talks about the power of community, trust, and faith in this transformative journey. Drawing from the Alcoholics Anonymous big book and Narcotics Anonymous literature, Greg illustrates the profound simplicity and importance of this step. He also brings in Proverbs 3:5-6, a biblical passage that underscores the importance of trusting in God's guidance wholeheartedly.
Whether you're just starting out or have been on the recovery path for a while, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on letting go and embracing a higher power's role in your life. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that promises to inspire and uplift.