Tom Powers' Three Tools for Spiritual Growth with Father Bill W.
Those who haven't found God have not looked low enough. The thing that you need the most, will be found where you least expect it.
Ever wondered how to deepen your spiritual journey in recovery? Father Bill W. teams up with Matt D. to explore the timeless wisdom of Tom Powers in this episode. Powers, a significant figure in addiction recovery, believed that finding God requires three essential tools: the right people, the right books, and the right laboratory. Father Bill and Matt discuss these tools in detail, offering practical advice on how to incorporate them into your own recovery process.
Father Bill reflects on his own experiences, sharing how he hit a wall in his sobriety and turned to the history of AA and the Oxford Group. Through this exploration, he discovered the lost 11th step practice of two-way prayer, a transformative spiritual exercise that pioneers of AA emphasized. This episode delves into the importance of morning meditation, spiritual study, and the role of honesty and self-reflection in sharpening spiritual discernment.
Listeners will find valuable insights on how to navigate their own spiritual paths, with Father Bill highlighting the significance of finding the right resources and being truthful with oneself. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a blend of historical wisdom and practical guidance to help you on your journey.