Faith when blended with Love

    

I was looking for a premise on Faith this morning in Alcoholics Anonymous.  I found the following: "We found that God does not make too hard terms with those who seek Him. To us, the Realm of Spirit is broad, roomy, all-inclusive; never exclusive or forbidding to those who earnestly seek. It is open, we believe, to all men." 

— Alcoholics Anonymous, p. 46 

I also came across quote: "Faith Makes All Things Possible... Love Makes All Things Easy" 

Between the two quotes I found the two essential virtues that have powered my recovery over the years. 

  

• The Power of Faith 

 Faith is the foundation upon which hope is built. It allows us to believe in the unseen and trust in the divine plan, even when the path ahead is uncertain. When we possess true faith, challenges that once seemed insurmountable become opportunities for growth. Faith empowers us to persevere through adversity, knowing that with God, all things are possible. 

  

In the context of recovery and spiritual therapy, faith plays a crucial role in healing and transformation. Those who embark on the journey of sobriety often rely on faith to overcome addiction and rebuild their lives. The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, for instance, emphasize surrendering to a higher power, recognizing that true change comes through spiritual reliance. 

  

• The Ease of Love 

 While faith provides the strength to face difficulties, love makes the journey more bearable. Love is the force that softens hearts, fosters compassion, and bridges divides. When we approach others with love, we create connections and build supportive communities that uplift one another. 

  

In the realm of recovery, love manifests through support groups, friendships, and family bonds. It is love that allows us to forgive ourselves and others, letting go of past mistakes and embracing a future filled with hope and kindness. Love also enables us to serve others selflessly, extending grace and understanding to those who are struggling. 

  

When Integrating Faith and Love, the impossible becomes achievable, and the burdens of life become lighter. Faith gives us the courage to take the first step, while love provides the endurance to keep going. In our spiritual journey and in helping others, these two virtues are indispensable. 

   

At Gimage.net, where we aim to guide those in recovery through a blend of AA principles and spiritual therapy, we believe that embracing faith and love can lead to true transformation. Whether you are seeking to overcome addiction, heal from past wounds, or simply find peace in your daily life, remember that faith makes all things possible, and love makes all things easy. 

As we read in — 1 Corinthians 13:13 (NIV), "And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." 

  

Let us walk this path together, supporting one another with unwavering faith and boundless love.