More Shall Be Revealed

Dear Reader,

Today, in a meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous, the chairperson shared the story of her intervention and the beginning of her recovery.

As I listened, I was deeply moved by the feelings her story awakened in me. I could almost sense what she experienced as her family and friends read their letters to her. She spoke of her husband’s planning for the intervention, the love behind it, and the feelings she had as her journey toward recovery began.

Her share was filled with honesty and gratitude toward her family and friends. The topic she offered for discussion was this: “What passage in the book Alcoholics Anonymous do we relate to, and why?”

The passage that immediately came to my mind is found on page 164 of the Big Book:

“We realize we know only a little. God will constantly disclose more to you and to us.”

As I remembered those words, I realized that even with a decent amount of sobriety, I can still be taught through the words of someone newer to AA.

In that moment, I was reminded that AA is not only for those of us who suffer from alcoholism. It also touches the lives of those who love us, live with us, pray for us, and sometimes suffer alongside us. Through her story, I was shown the pain, courage, and great love of a husband who helped carry a saving message to someone he loved.

I know I have heard similar stories before, yet tonight I was present in a new way. I felt the power of a loving God reaching not only toward the person in need of recovery, but also toward the family and friends who surround them.

We have all heard the saying, “You cannot teach an old dog new tricks.” I am a witness that such statements can be overcome by love, humility, and a willingness to keep learning. What a beautiful lesson this was—one I hope to remember, and one I hope we can all share in every aspect of healing.

Christ taught, “I am the way” (John 14:6). In AA, we are given practical steps that help us walk a spiritual path of honesty, surrender, humility, service, and love.

Let us never forget the miracles that surround us daily. We need only pause, listen, and see.

Amen.