Daily Reprieve - March

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March 14

DAILY BREAD

"Yet true godliness with contentment is itself great wealth. After all,
we brought nothing with us when we came into the world, and we can’t
take anything with us when we leave it. So if we have enough food and
clothing, let us be content." 1 Timothy 6:6-8 (New Living Translation)

"But we must be careful not to drift into worry, remorse or morbid reflection, for that would diminish our usefulness to others." Alcoholics Anonymous, page 86

For what it's worth: Protecting my supply of alcohol was vital, so running low always produced dread. When I stopped drinking in Alcoholics Anonymous, I found other things to worry about. This was a form of "stinkin' thinkin'" for me, dangerous to my sobriety and "usefulness to others". To be rid of anxiety would, indeed, be "great wealth". But how? Alcoholics Anonymous members taught me the answer was in the Lord's prayer: "Give us this day our daily bread." They emphasized "daily bread", admonishing me not to ask for the whole bakery. Daily praying the Lord's prayer, focusing on what I am saying, has gradually built trust and peace. Interestingly, as this happens, I have noticed God is better able to use me to help others.

God bless you.
Joe W.